Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 10, 2025

At the Corporation for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biodiversity ("CORPOCOUSB," "we," "our," or "us"), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our programs, or interact with us in any way.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Participate in our conservation programs or community initiatives
• Register for events, workshops, or educational programs
• Sign up for our newsletter or updates
• Make a donation or support our initiatives
• Contact us with inquiries or feedback
• Participate in research studies or surveys related to biodiversity and ecosystem services
• Engage in our ecological restoration or agroecological projects

The types of information we may collect include:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Age, occupation, and community affiliation
• Program participation history and contributions
• Donation history and payment information
• Communication preferences and feedback
• Any other information relevant to our conservation and community programs

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our conservation and community programs
• Process applications for participation in ecological restoration or educational initiatives
• Send newsletters, program updates, and conservation impact stories
• Conduct research on biodiversity, ecosystem services, and sustainable practices
• Facilitate community engagement and capacity building
• Process donations and issue receipts
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Administer our organization and improve our services
• Comply with legal obligations and reporting requirements

Information Sharing

We respect your privacy and will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Program partners and implementing organizations for conservation project delivery
• Service providers who help us operate our website and programs
• Researchers and academic institutions for studies on biodiversity and sustainability (anonymized data only)
• Donors and funders for reporting purposes (aggregated data only)
• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights
• With your explicit consent or at your direction

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our data security practices include encrypted data transmission, secure storage systems, and limited access protocols. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Accessing, correcting, or updating your personal information
• Requesting deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
• Opting out of marketing communications and newsletters
• Withdrawing consent for data processing where applicable
• Requesting information about how your data is being used

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Youth Privacy Protection

As an organization engaged in educational programs with youth, we take special care in protecting the privacy of young participants. For participants under 18 years of age, we obtain appropriate consent from parents or guardians before collecting personal information. We implement additional safeguards for youth data and ensure all staff and volunteers are trained in youth protection protocols.

International Data Transfers

Given our work in the Cali River basin and potential collaborations across borders, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your information receives adequate protection.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Program participants' data may be retained for follow-up studies and long-term impact assessment of our conservation efforts.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Corporation for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biodiversity (CORPOCOUSB)
La Cabaña Natural Reserve, El Cedral Village, Felidia District
Cali, Colombia
Email: gerencia@corpocousb.space
Phone: +57 300 701 4103

We are committed to addressing your concerns and will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.

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