Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy - Youth Employability Zone (YEZ)

This Privacy Policy describes how the Youth Employability Zone (YEZ) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our platform.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you:

• Create an Account: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth
• Complete Your Profile: Educational background, work experience, skills
• Apply for Jobs: Resume, cover letter, application materials
• Enroll in Courses: Course preferences and progress
• Contact Us: Messages and inquiries

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our services
• Match you with relevant job opportunities
• Recommend educational courses and programs
• Communicate with you about opportunities and updates
• Process applications and enrollments
• Provide customer support
• Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

3. INFORMATION SHARING

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Employers: When you apply for jobs, we share relevant information with potential employers
• With Educational Partners: When you enroll in courses, we may share information with course providers
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate our platform
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing

4. DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Secure servers and databases
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication
• Staff training on data protection

5. YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing

6. COOKIES AND TRACKING

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze platform usage and performance
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Ensure platform security

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

7. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our platform is designed for users aged 16 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without parental consent.

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our platform.

11. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our contact page.

Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy explains our practices and your rights.