This Cookies and Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website. By accessing or using the AAAP website, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1. Personal Information: We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and contact details when you voluntarily provide it to us through forms or by subscribing to our newsletters.

2. Log Data: Our servers automatically record information ("Log Data") when you access our website. This may include your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and other statistics.

3. Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve the website's functionality and provide a personalized experience.

2. Use of Information

1. Personal Information: We may use your personal information to communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, provide information about our activities, send newsletters, and improve our services.

2. Log Data: We analyze Log Data to understand user behavior, administer the website, and gather demographic information. This helps us enhance the user experience and improve our services.

3. Cookies: We use cookies to remember your preferences, provide customized content, and analyze website traffic patterns. Cookies also help us track user interactions and offer targeted advertising.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

1. Third-Party Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers to perform functions on our behalf, such as website analytics, email marketing, and hosting. These providers may have access to your personal information but are obligated to maintain its confidentiality and use it only for authorized purposes.

2. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request from law enforcement agencies, courts, or government authorities.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by AAAP. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies before providing any personal information.

6. Changes to the Policy

We may update this Cookies and Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." By continuing to use our website after such modifications, you agree to be bound by the updated policy.

7. Changes to the Policy

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this policy, please contact us at: aaapsecretariat@afdb.org

By using the AAAP website, you signify your acceptance of this Cookies and Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully and check back periodically for updates.