FGEWS (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the website https://fgews.com. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy, dignity, and personal data of all individuals who interact with our organization, including beneficiaries, donors, volunteers, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with applicable laws of Pakistan and ethical best practices.

 

1. Organizational Purpose

FGEWS is a non-profit social welfare organization established to:

  • Aid, assist, establish, manage, administer, and operate women’s health and wellness centers and dispensaries in urban and rural areas, subject to approvals from relevant authorities, and to improve access to menstrual health and dignity management services and products.

  • Provide financial assistance (other than loans) to poor, needy, crippled, or disabled persons for laboratory tests, medicines, assistive devices, and related healthcare needs.

  • Promote women’s empowerment by enhancing their social and economic status through literacy, education, training, skill development, and awareness programs.

  • Establish, manage, operate, and maintain girls’ orphanages, childcare homes, shelter homes, and residential facilities for orphaned, abandoned, vulnerable, and underprivileged girls, including safe accommodation, food, education, healthcare, psychosocial support, rehabilitation, and protection, subject to applicable laws and approvals.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

a) Personal Information

  • Name

  • Contact details (email address, phone number)

  • Address (if voluntarily provided)

  • Information submitted through contact forms, donation forms, volunteer registrations, surveys, or program applications

b) Sensitive and Welfare-Related Information

For service delivery purposes only, we may collect limited health, disability, or socio-economic information. Such information is handled with strict confidentiality, used only for welfare objectives, and shared only where legally required or ethically necessary.

c) Technical and Usage Information

  • IP address

  • Browser and device type

  • Pages visited and interaction data
    This information is collected for website performance, security, and analytics purposes.

3. How We Use Information

Collected information is used solely to:

  • Deliver and manage welfare, healthcare, empowerment, and support programs

  • Process donations, assistance requests, and volunteer applications

  • Communicate about organizational activities, programs, and initiatives

  • Maintain records for accountability, reporting, and compliance

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Fulfill legal, regulatory, and audit requirements

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information under any circumstances.

 

4. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may be affected.

 

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share information only:

  • When required by law, court order, or government authority

  • With trusted partners, healthcare providers, or service organizations strictly for service delivery and under confidentiality obligations

  • With explicit consent of the individual concerned

We take reasonable steps to ensure that any third party respects privacy and data protection standards.

 

6. Data Protection and Security

FGEWS applies appropriate administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. While we strive to ensure data security, no digital system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

7. Rights of Individuals

Individuals have the right to:

  • Request access to their personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request deletion of personal data, subject to legal and operational requirements

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.

 

8. Children and Vulnerable Individuals

FGEWS works closely with children and vulnerable populations. Any information relating to minors or vulnerable individuals is collected and processed with heightened care, confidentiality, and in accordance with child protection laws, safeguarding policies, and ethical standards.

 

9. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. FGEWS is not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of external websites.

 

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

FGEWS reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as required. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or data protection practices, please contact:

FGEWS – Foundation for Girls’ Empowerment & Women’s Support
Website: https://fgews.com
Email: fgewspakistan@gmail.com
Phone: 0315-5205563