Last Updated: 11/30/2025

Jordan Valley Activists (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a volunteer-led group based in Israel supporting Palestinian shepherd communities in the northern Jordan Valley. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors, supporters, and volunteers who engage with our work.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and what rights you have.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect information necessary for communication, volunteer coordination, and organizational updates.

A. Information You Provide

When you:

  • Sign up to volunteer

  • Subscribe to our mailing list

  • Contact us through forms or email

We may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • City or region

  • Availability for volunteering

  • Message content or form responses

We do not request or collect any financial information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Coordinate volunteer activities

  • Share updates (if you opt in)

  • Maintain internal contact lists

  • Improve communication and outreach

We do not sell, trade, or rent your information.

3. Donations and Payment Information

Jordan Valley Activists does not collect or process any donations directly.
All donations are securely processed through Rabbis for Human Rights, an independent and registered nonprofit organization.

We do not receive or store:

  • Credit card details

  • Banking information

  • Donation transaction records

Please refer to Rabbis for Human Rights’ privacy policy for details regarding donation processing.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

For visitors in Israel, we comply with the Israeli Privacy Protection Law (PPL).

For visitors from the EU/EEA or UK, we process data based on:

  • Your consent

  • Our legitimate interest in operating a volunteer organization

  • Compliance with legal obligations

5. Sharing of Information

We may share information only with:

  • Internal volunteer coordination teams

  • Service providers who help us operate the website or email lists

  • Legal or human-rights partners in situations where documentation is provided with your consent

We do not share personal information with commercial entities or governmental bodies unless required by law.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secure hosting environments

  • Limited access to data

  • Encryption via HTTPS

No transmission method is 100% secure, but we strive to maintain a high level of protection.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as needed for communication, coordination, or legal requirements, or until you request its deletion.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw consent

  • Request that we stop sending updates

To request any of these actions, please contact us at:
[INSERT CONTACT EMAIL]

9. External Links

Our website may link to third-party websites (such as donation processors, videos, or resources).
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
thejordanvalleyactivists@gmail.com

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