Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Kuya Ate Mentorship Program ("KAMP", "we", "us", or "our") is a Filipino youth mentorship initiative dedicated to empowering the next generation through mentorship, community, and the spirit of bayanihan. We connect Filipino American college students with high school students based in the Philippines. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website or apply to our programs.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you submit an application or contact us:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• University, major, and year of study (for mentors)
• School and grade level (for mentees)
• Resume or supporting documents
• Written responses submitted through application forms

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

• Review and process mentor and mentee applications
• Communicate with you about your application status
• Match mentors and mentees within the program
• Send program-related updates and announcements
• Improve our website and program offerings

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your information may be shared internally among KAMP organizers and volunteers solely for the purpose of program administration. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our participants.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by applicable law. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at hello@kuyaate.org

6. Children's Privacy

KAMP serves youth participants in the Philippines, including individuals under the age of 18. We are committed to protecting the privacy of minors. We collect only the minimum information necessary from youth applicants, and parental or guardian consent may be required for participants under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verified parental consent.

7. International Data

As KAMP operates across the United States and the Philippines, your information may be processed in either country. By submitting your information, you acknowledge that it may be transferred and processed outside of your home country. We take reasonable steps to ensure your data is handled securely regardless of where it is processed.

8. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. We may use basic analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site. No personally identifiable information is collected through cookies.

9. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@kuyaate.org

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@kuyaate.org