Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Delhi Meetei Coordinating Committee ("DMCC", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data of our members, volunteers, donors, and community members. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services and advocacy programs.

2. Information We Collect

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

• Register for DMCC membership.
• Sign up to volunteer for community programs.
• Make a donation or financial contribution.
• Subscribe to our newsletters or advocacy alerts.
• Contact us for assistance.

The information collected may include your name, email address, phone number, residential address, proof of identity (for membership validation), and payment information (processed securely through third-party gateways).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To manage your membership, volunteer status, and participation in DMCC initiatives.
• To send administrative information, organizational updates, and event invitations.
• To process and acknowledge donations and membership dues.
• To advocate for community interests and compile anonymized demographic data for representation.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. As a civil society organization, protecting the identities and safety of our community members is paramount. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Trusted Partners: With third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our affairs, or servicing you (e.g., payment processors, email communication platforms), so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
• Legal Requirements: When we believe disclosure is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect ours or others' rights, property, or safety.
• Umbrella Coordination: With allied Meetei organizations within the DMCC network solely for the purpose of coordinating joint community events, provided you have consented to such participation.

5. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. We use organizational, technical, and administrative measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal data. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request the deletion of your personal data (subject to legal and membership record-keeping requirements).
• Opt-out of receiving organizational communications at any time.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at: