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DC Innovation Hub – Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
DC Innovation Hub (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, participate in our programs, or register through our forms.
By using this website or submitting information to us, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of information:
Information you provide directly, such as:
Full name
Email address
Phone number
City and country
Age range
Skills or interests
Project or idea details
Church membership and chapter (optional)
Any messages or inquiries you send to us
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you access our website:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited
Time spent on the site
Cookies and similar tracking technologies
1.3 Program Participation Data
If you participate in DC Innovation Hub programs, we may collect:
Application responses
Attendance records
Project or business updates
Feedback and survey responses
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Process your registration and program placement
Communicate updates, announcements, or next steps
Improve our programs and user experience
Provide mentorship, resources, and community support
Understand participant demographics and impact
Maintain internal records
Send newsletters or community notifications (only if you opt-in)
We never sell your information.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
Your consent
Our legitimate interest in running programs and improving services
Contractual needs (e.g., when you apply or register)
Compliance with applicable laws
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share information with:
Internal team members (program managers, coordinators, mentors)
Trusted service providers (email services, form tools, data hosting)
Partner organizations involved in program delivery
We do not share your personal information with third-party marketers.
All partners who receive information are required to maintain confidentiality.
5. Data Security
We take data protection seriously.
Your information is stored securely using:
Encrypted databases
Secure servers
Access controls
Protection against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure
However, no online platform is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
Provide services and programs
Meet legal or reporting obligations
Maintain program records
You may request deletion of your data at any time.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request corrections
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
Withdraw consent
Object to processing
Request a copy of your data
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: hello@dcinnovationhub.org
8. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies to:
Improve usability
Analyze traffic
Personalize content
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our programs are generally designed for individuals 15 years and above, as indicated on our forms.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children below 15.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
📧 hello@dcinnovationhub.org
🌐 https://dcinnovationhub.org