Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Privacy

Green Innovation Learning Center respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you engage with our sustainable agriculture education platform.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for our agricultural courses, we collect essential information including your full name, contact details, educational background, and farming experience level. This information helps us tailor our sustainable farming, aquaculture, and climate-smart agriculture programs to your specific needs and learning objectives.

Educational Data

Throughout your learning journey with us, we gather data about your course progress, assessment scores, participation in practical sessions, and interaction with our educational materials. This includes your completion rates for different modules, time spent on various agricultural topics, and feedback provided on course content.

Technical Information

Our platform automatically collects certain technical data to ensure optimal performance and security. This includes your device type, browser information, operating system, IP address, and general location data. We use this information to improve our platform's compatibility and provide region-specific agricultural content relevant to Sri Lankan farming conditions.

How We Use Your Information

Educational Service Delivery

Your personal information enables us to provide personalized agricultural education experiences. We use your data to enroll you in appropriate courses, track your learning progress, provide targeted feedback on your farming technique development, and issue certificates upon successful completion of our programs.

Platform Improvement

We analyze aggregated and anonymized user data to enhance our educational content and platform functionality. This helps us identify which sustainable farming techniques resonate most with students, optimize course structure, and develop new modules that address emerging agricultural challenges in Sri Lanka.

Communication

We use your contact information to send important updates about your courses, notify you of new agricultural programs, share relevant farming tips and seasonal guidance, and provide technical support when needed. All communications are directly related to your educational experience with us.

Data Protection Measures

Security Infrastructure

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our systems use encryption protocols, secure servers, and regular security audits to maintain the highest standards of data protection for our agricultural education community.

Access Controls

Access to your personal information is strictly limited to authorized personnel who require this data to provide educational services. Our staff members undergo regular training on data protection practices and are bound by confidentiality agreements that ensure your information remains secure.

Data Backup and Recovery

We maintain secure backup systems to protect your educational progress and personal information. These backups are stored in geographically distributed locations with the same security standards as our primary systems, ensuring your data remains safe and accessible when needed.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data may only be shared in limited circumstances that directly benefit your educational experience or when required by law. This includes sharing anonymized performance data with agricultural research institutions to improve farming education methodologies.

Educational Partners

We may share relevant educational information with certified agricultural cooperatives, research institutions, and industry partners when this enhances your learning opportunities. This could include facilitating internships, practical training placements, or access to specialized farming equipment and facilities.

Legal Requirements

In rare circumstances, we may disclose personal information if required by Sri Lankan law enforcement agencies or government authorities. We will only provide the minimum information necessary to comply with legal obligations while protecting your privacy to the fullest extent possible.

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Correction

You have the right to access, review, and correct your personal information at any time through your student portal. If you identify any inaccuracies in your profile or educational records, you can update this information directly or request assistance from our support team.

Data Portability

Upon request, we can provide you with a copy of your personal information and educational progress data in a structured, commonly used format. This allows you to transfer your information to other educational platforms or maintain personal records of your agricultural training achievements.

Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal information at any time. However, we may retain certain data for legitimate purposes such as certificate validation, legal compliance, or anonymized research that benefits the broader agricultural education community.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide educational services and fulfill our legitimate business purposes. Educational records, including course completion certificates and assessment results, are maintained for seven years to support career advancement and continuing education opportunities.

Some information may be retained for longer periods when required for legal compliance, dispute resolution, or historical educational research. All retained data continues to be protected under the same security measures outlined in this policy.

International Data Transfers

While our primary operations are based in Sri Lanka, some of our educational content and support services may be provided through international partners. When personal information is transferred outside Sri Lanka, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data according to international privacy standards.

Children's Privacy

Our agricultural education programs are designed for adult learners. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take immediate steps to delete it from our systems.

Updates to This Policy

This privacy policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or educational services. We will notify you of significant changes through our platform notifications and provide clear information about how these changes may affect your privacy rights.

Agricultural Education Context

As an agricultural education provider, we understand the unique privacy considerations of the farming community. We recognize that farming practices, land ownership information, and production data are sensitive topics that require special protection and confidentiality.

Our privacy practices are designed to support the collaborative nature of agricultural learning while respecting individual privacy preferences. We facilitate knowledge sharing among students while ensuring personal and business information remains confidential unless explicitly shared by the individual learner.