Blessed are the Peacemakers

Our Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

We at Blessed are the Peacemakers respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information, in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013. 

This policy applies to all personal information processed by Blessed are the Peacemakers (referred to as "we," "us," or "our"). 

2. Information We Collect

We collect and process personal information for specific, explicitly defined, and lawful purposes related to our business functions and activities. The type of information we collect depends on your interaction with us and may include: 

• Contact Details: Name, surname, email address, phone number, and physical address
• Financial Information: Payment details and bank account information, where necessary for transactions.
• Online Identifiers: IP addresses, cookie data, and website usage information (collected via cookies, where applicable, with your consent).
• Other Information: Any other information you voluntarily provide to us.

3. How We Collect Information

We primarily collect personal information directly from you when you:

• Use our website or services
• Communicate with us via email, phone, or social media.

In some cases, we may collect information from public records or third parties, but only if permitted by law or with your consent.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information only for the purposes for which it was collected, or for a compatible purpose. These purposes typically include

• Managing our relationship and communicating with you.
• Verifying your identity for security purposes.
• Processing payments and managing financial accounts.
• Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Sending you information you have requested (e.g., newsletters), provided you have given us consent to do so (with an easy opt-out option).

5. Disclosure of Information

Personal information is not shared with third parties unless you provide consent, it is required by law, necessary to protect our rights, or when using third-party service providers (operators) who adhere to POPIA's requirements.

6. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against loss or unauthorized access, as required by law. Security controls are regularly reviewed.

7. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as needed for the collection purpose or legal requirements. It is securely destroyed when no longer necessary.

8. Your POPIA Rights

Under POPIA, you have rights, including being informed about data collection, accessing your information, requesting corrections or deletions, objecting to processing, withdrawing consent, and complaining to the Information Regulator.

9. Our Information Officer

Our Information Officer, Daniel Kruger, oversees POPIA compliance. He can be contacted at daniel@peacemakers.net.za

5. Disclosure of Information

Personal information is not shared with third parties unless you provide consent, it is required by law, necessary to protect our rights, or when using third-party service providers (operators) who adhere to POPIA's requirements.

10. The Information Regulator

Complaints regarding the handling of your information can be directed to the Information Regulator via their website (https://www.inforegulator.org.za/), telephone (010 023 5200), or email (complaints.IR@justice.gov.za).