Privacy Policy

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Introduction

Effective Date: [7/1/2026]
Last Updated: [7/21/2026]

The Nigeria-US IT Network Inc. (“NIGUSIT,” “the Network,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information entrusted to us.

NIGUSIT is a nonprofit professional network that promotes information technology education, professional networking, career development, entrepreneurship, mentorship, and access to emerging technology opportunities for members of the Nigerian community in the United States and abroad.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect information when you:

  • Visit the NIGUSIT website.
  • Apply for membership.
  • Register for a webinar, training program, conference, coding camp, or networking event.
  • Volunteer, serve on a committee, or participate in a NIGUSIT program.
  • Make a payment or donation.
  • Subscribe to our newsletters or communications.
  • Contact us through an online form, email, telephone, or social media.
  • Use any other service operated by NIGUSIT.

By using the NIGUSIT website or submitting information to us, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Use of user information.

We may collect information that you provide directly to us, information generated through your interaction with our website, and limited information received from service providers.

Personal Information You Provide

Depending on how you engage with NIGUSIT, we may collect:

  • First and last name.
  • Email address.
  • Telephone number.
  • City, state, and country of residence.
  • Mailing or billing address.
  • LinkedIn profile or other professional profile information.
  • Current job title and employer.
  • Professional experience and areas of IT expertise.
  • Educational background and certifications.
  • Membership application responses.
  • Volunteer interests and committee preferences.
  • Event registration and attendance information.
  • Communications, inquiries, feedback, and survey responses.
  • Payment, membership dues, or donation transaction information.
  • Photographs, videos, biographies, or testimonials submitted for publication.
  • Emergency contact information when reasonably necessary for an in-person program.
  • Parent or guardian information for youth programs

Disclosure of user information.

NIGUSIT does not sell or rent personal information.

We may disclose limited personal information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted vendors that help us operate our website and programs, including providers of:

  • Website hosting and maintenance.
  • Email and newsletter distribution.
  • Event registration and virtual meeting services.
  • Payment processing.
  • Membership management.
  • Cloud storage and collaboration platforms.
  • Website analytics.
  • Accounting, legal, or administrative services.

These providers are expected to process information only for authorized purposes and to apply reasonable safeguards.

Program Partners and Sponsors

When NIGUSIT delivers a program with a community organization, educational institution, employer, sponsor, or other partner, limited participant information may be shared when necessary to administer the activity.

We will not provide a sponsor with your personal contact information for unrelated marketing unless you have consented or the disclosure is clearly explained during registration.

Legal and Safety Requirements

We may disclose information when reasonably necessary to:

  • Comply with a law, court order, subpoena, or regulatory request.
  • Protect the rights, safety, property, or security of NIGUSIT or another person.
  • Investigate suspected fraud, misconduct, abuse, or cybersecurity incidents.
  • Enforce organizational policies or agreements.
  • Protect participants during an emergency.

Organizational Changes

If NIGUSIT undergoes a restructuring, merger, transfer of programs, or similar organizational change, relevant records may be transferred subject to appropriate confidentiality protections.

Payment Information

Membership dues, donations, sponsorships, and program payments may be processed by a third-party payment provider.

NIGUSIT may receive limited transaction information, such as:

  • Payer name.
  • Email address.
  • Payment amount.
  • Transaction date.
  • Payment status.
  • A transaction reference number.

We generally do not store complete credit-card or debit-card numbers on the NIGUSIT website. Payment providers process financial information according to their own privacy and security practices.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable essential website functions.
  • Remember visitor preferences.
  • Measure website traffic and performance.
  • Understand how visitors interact with pages.
  • Protect against fraud and unauthorized access.
  • Improve website design and content.

You may configure your browser to reject or delete cookies. Some website functions may not operate properly when cookies are disabled.

Email and Marketing Communications

We may send you communications concerning:

  • Membership status and renewals.
  • Meetings and elections.
  • Training programs and webinars.
  • Networking and career-development opportunities.
  • Volunteer activities.
  • Newsletters and organizational announcements.
  • Fundraising, sponsorships, and community programs.

You may unsubscribe from nonessential promotional emails by selecting the unsubscribe link included in the message or by contacting NIGUSIT.

Even after opting out of promotional messages, you may continue to receive essential administrative communications relating to your membership, registration, payment, leadership role, or an active program.

Information Security

NIGUSIT uses reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards intended to protect personal information against:

  • Unauthorized access.
  • Accidental loss.
  • Improper disclosure.
  • Alteration or misuse.
  • Destruction.
  • Malicious activity.

Safeguards may include access restrictions, authentication controls, secure hosting, encryption where appropriate, backups, staff awareness, and service-provider reviews.

No website, database, email system, or online transmission method can be guaranteed to be completely secure. You should avoid submitting highly sensitive information through ordinary email or unsecured web forms.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Administer memberships and programs.
  • Maintain financial and tax records.
  • Document organizational governance.
  • Resolve disputes and respond to inquiries.
  • Meet contractual and legal requirements.
  • Protect organizational rights and security.
  • Preserve historically significant organizational records.

Retention periods may vary based on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected. Information that is no longer required may be deleted, anonymized, or securely archived.

Your Privacy Choices and Rights

Subject to applicable law and reasonable verification, you may request that NIGUSIT:

  • Confirm whether we maintain personal information about you.
  • Provide access to certain personal information.
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Update your communication preferences.
  • Remove information from a public directory.
  • Delete information that is no longer required.
  • Withdraw consent for a particular use.
  • Explain how your information has been used or disclosed.

Some requests may be limited when retaining the information is necessary for legal, financial, safety, governance, or legitimate nonprofit purposes.

To submit a request, contact NIGUSIT using the information provided below.

External Websites and Social Media

The NIGUSIT website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, employment resources, sponsors, educational providers, or community partners.

NIGUSIT is not responsible for the privacy, security, accuracy, or content practices of third-party services. Visitors should review the privacy policy of each external website before submitting personal information.

The official NIGUSIT website is available at the organization’s published web address.

International Visitors

NIGUSIT is based in the United States, but its programs and website may be accessed by individuals in other countries.

When you submit information to NIGUSIT from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, processed in, and stored in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

NIGUSIT may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:

  • Changes to our programs or website.
  • New technologies or service providers.
  • Changes in applicable law.
  • Improvements to our privacy and security practices.
  • Changes in organizational operations.

The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Significant changes may also be communicated through email, website notices, or membership announcements.

Contact Us

Questions, concerns, or privacy-related requests may be directed to:

Nigeria-US IT Network Inc.
Email: info@nigusit.com
Website: NIGUSIT.org
Please use the subject line “Privacy Request” when contacting us about personal information.