Privacy Policy and Safeguarding

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Privacy and Safeguarding

How we protect your information, and how we protect children and vulnerable people.

Last updated: November 2026. This is a draft for review by FYN leadership and, where possible, a legal adviser before publication.

Privacy Policy

Who we are

Female Youth Network (FYN) is a youth-led, women-led organization based in Abuja, Nigeria. This website is www.femaleyouths.org/. You can reach us at info@femaleyouths.org.

Information we collect

  • Information you give us through forms: for example your name, email address, phone number, organization and message.
  • Information about how you use the site, collected through cookies and analytics, if you accept them.
  • For the GBV Help Desk, only the information you choose to share in your request.

How we use it

  • To respond to your messages, membership, volunteer and partnership requests.
  • To provide Help Desk support and referrals.
  • To send updates about our work, where you have agreed to receive them.
  • To improve the website.

Sharing

We do not sell your information. We share it only with service providers who help us run the site, with referral services in the Help Desk where you consent, and where the law requires or a person is at serious risk of harm.

Storage, security and retention

We take reasonable steps to keep information secure and keep it only as long as needed for the purpose it was given. Help Desk information is accessed only by authorized team members.

Your rights

You may ask to see, correct or delete your information, or withdraw your consent, by emailing info@femaleyouths.org. We handle personal data in line with applicable Nigerian data protection law.

Cookies

This site uses cookies for basic function and, with your consent, analytics. You can change your choice at any time using the cookie notice.

Safeguarding Statement

FYN is committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults from harm, abuse, exploitation and neglect. We believe every girl and young woman has the right to be safe in everything we do.

  • We have zero tolerance for abuse, exploitation and harassment by anyone connected with FYN.
  • Staff, volunteers and partners working with children and young people are expected to follow safeguarding standards and a code of conduct.
  • We obtain consent before taking or sharing photos, videos and stories of girls and young women, and, for children, the consent of a parent or guardian.
  • We treat every concern seriously, respond promptly and refer cases to the appropriate authorities and support services.

Reporting a concern

If you have a safeguarding concern about FYN activities or personnel, contact us at info@femaleyouths.org. If a child or person is in immediate danger, call 112.

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