Effective Date: 08/27/2025
Website: https://gaalo.org

Green Afghanistan Agriculture and Livestock Organization (GAALO) respects your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you visit our website, engage with our programs, or support our work. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described below.

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1. About GAALO

GAALO is a national, non-governmental, non-political, and non-profit organization founded in 2006 and officially registered with the Ministry of Economy in 2009. Headquartered in Kabul with regional offices across Afghanistan, GAALO works across multiple sectors including:

• Agriculture and Food Security
• Livestock Development & Veterinary Services
• Climate Change Adaptation and Natural Resource Management
• Sustainable Livelihoods & Economic Empowerment
• Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) and Gender Inclusion
• Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise (MSME) Support and Entrepreneurship
• Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)
• Education & Community Awareness
• Nutrition and Public Health
• Emergency Response and Humanitarian Assistance
• Research, Policy Advocacy, and Capacity Building

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2. Information We Collect

GAALO may collect information in the following ways:

• Personal Information Provided by You: When you contact us, sign up for newsletters, submit forms, apply for partnerships, donate, or participate in projects. This may include your name, email address, phone number, organizational affiliation, and payment details (if applicable).
• Automatically Collected Information: IP address, device information, browser type, pages visited, and date/time of access.
• Cookies and Analytics: To understand website performance, user trends, and improve services.

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3. Use of Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to your inquiries and requests.
• Manage partnerships, volunteer programs, and donor relations.
• Share updates on GAALO’s projects, initiatives, and events.
• Improve website security, usability, and accessibility.
• Conduct research, monitoring, and evaluation for development programs.
• Comply with financial accountability, donor reporting, and legal obligations.

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4. Sharing of Information

GAALO does not sell or rent personal information. We may share data only when:

• With Service Providers: Trusted third-party providers who assist in website hosting, IT support, or communication tools.
• With Donors and Partners: In line with reporting requirements and transparency commitments.
• For Legal Compliance: When required by law, regulation, or to protect the rights and safety of GAALO, its staff, or communities served.
• International Transfers: Data may be transferred to countries outside Afghanistan when required for donor reporting or project management. We take steps to ensure adequate protection in such cases.

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5. Children’s Privacy

GAALO does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us, and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

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6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill programmatic, legal, or donor-related purposes. When data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.

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7. Data Security

We apply organizational, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. These measures include restricted access, secure servers, and encryption where possible. However, no system is completely secure, and users share data at their own risk.

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8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request corrections or updates.
• Withdraw consent for communications.
• Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal and donor-reporting obligations).
• Opt out of receiving newsletters or marketing materials.

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9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tools to improve website performance and user experience. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some website features may not function properly.

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10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (such as partner organizations, donors, or social media platforms). GAALO is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourages users to review their policies.

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11. Transparency and Donor Accountability

As a non-profit organization, GAALO adheres to strict accountability standards with its donors, partners, and beneficiaries. Any personal information shared for donor reports or audits is anonymized whenever possible, and sensitive personal data is handled with confidentiality.

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12. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on our website with a new effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.

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13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or data-related requests, please contact:

Green Afghanistan Agriculture and Livestock Organization (GAALO)
Head Office: House # 85 Street #5 Khushal Khan Meena Area A-District # 5

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +930202562901
Website: https://gaalo.org