PRIVACY POLICY OF RIVERS SCHOLARS CHAMPIONSHIP
1. INTRODUCTION
The Rivers Scholars Championship (RSC), organized by Rivers Educational Network (REN), values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you register for, participate in, or engage with the Rivers Scholars Championship.
By using our website, registration portal, or participating in the competition, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect the following types of information to effectively manage the competition and communicate with participants:
a. Personal Information
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Gender
- School name and class/level
- Contact details (phone number, email address, address)
- Parent/guardian details (for minors)
- Passport photograph
- Proof of payment for registration
b. Technical Information
- Device information (browser type, operating system, etc.)
- IP address and location data
- Website usage and activity data through cookies
c. Academic Information
- Class level and subjects
- Scores, grades, and competition results
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
Your data is collected and used for the following purposes:
- To register students and schools for the competition
- To verify eligibility and identity
- To communicate updates, competition schedules, and results
- To process registration payments and confirm participation
- To improve our services, website experience, and event organization
- To promote academic excellence by publishing winners and scholarship recipients (with consent)
- To comply with legal and educational standards
4. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
We respect your confidentiality and do not sell or rent personal data. However, your information may be shared with:
Sponsors and partners (such as World Bank Africa, UNESCO, ARSON, and Senator Allwell Iheanachor Onyeso) for verification and scholarship processing.
Educational authorities for verification of school or student eligibility.
Third-party service providers who help manage the website, registration system, or communication services, under strict confidentiality agreements.
We will disclose personal data only when required by law or to protect the rights and safety of participants and REN.
5. DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes:
- Secure registration portals
- Encrypted data storage
- Limited access to authorized personnel only
6. DATA RETENTION
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated above or as required by law.
After the competition period, data may be archived for record-keeping or deleted upon request.
7. YOUR RIGHTS
As a participant or parent/guardian, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Withdraw consent for data use (where applicable)
- Request deletion of your information after the event
To exercise these rights, please contact us via the contact details below.
8. COOKIES AND TRACKING
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies when you visit them.
10. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
REN may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updated versions will be posted on our website with a new effective date.
11. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Rivers Educational Network (REN)
Email: admin@rschost.org
Phone: [Insert official phone number]
Address: Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Website: www rschost.org
