Privacy Policy: School4Change

Effective Date: March 20, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to School4Change! We are deeply committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, donors, and mentors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you interact with us through our website, night school programs, mentorship sessions, or events (collectively referred to as "Services").

By accessing our Services, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please refrain from using our Services.

2. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: We collect information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email, phone number, and address. For our students, we also collect academic records, grade levels, and merit achievements to track growth and provide tailored mentorship.
• Non-Personal Information: We may gather data such as browser type, device info, and IP addresses to analyze trends and improve our website performance.
• Media and Content: With consent, we collect photographs and videos from events—such as our Diwali celebrations or guest lectures—to document our mission and inspire the community.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Educational Mentorship: We use student data to provide personalized academic support and "Mindset Tuning," helping students to reach their full potential.
• Communication: To send updates, newsletters, and invitations to special events featuring iGuests, mentors and guiders.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with Indian regulations, including those related to NGO operations and tax-deductible donations.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

• Third-Party Service Providers: We may share data with trusted partners who assist in our operations (e.g., website hosting or secure payment gateways for donations). They are contractually obligated to keep your data secure.
• Institutional Transparency: We may share success stories with media partners like The Times of India only when it serves to highlight the student's achievements and the NGO's impact, ensuring the student's dignity is always prioritized.
• Legal Requirements: We will disclose information if required by law, court order, or government inquiry.

5. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or alteration. While we strive for 100% security, please note that no transmission over the internet is entirely infallible. We manage our data locally in Chennai with a focus on administrative and technical safety.

6. Your Privacy Choices

• Access and Correction: You have the right to review, update, or delete your personal information. To do so, please contact us at School4change07@gmail.com or call us at 91-7200218214.
• Media Withdrawal: Parents and students have the right to request the removal of their photos or success stories from our digital platforms at any time.

7. Children's Privacy

Given that our core mission involves students, we take extra care with minors. We do not knowingly collect or publish detailed personal information from children under the age of 18 without explicit consent from a parent or guardian.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Effective Date" at the top will indicate when the latest version was published.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this policy or our data practices, please reach out to us:

Name of the NGO: School4Change
Address: 27/22C/18, Srinivasapuram, 1st cross street, Kaladipet, Thiruvottiyur, Chennai 600019, Tamil Nadu, India.
Email: School4Change07@gmail.com