Privacy Notice – Syria Media Literacy Lab

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website (www.syria-medialab.com) or apply to our programs.

What information we collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name, email address, phone number, country of residence, and professional background (via the application form).

• Curriculum Vitae (CV), portfolio uploads, and other materials you choose to provide.

• General technical information when you visit our website (e.g. browser type, IP address, pages visited).

• Any information you provide when contacting us through forms or email.

How we use your information

We use your personal information to:

• Register and review your application to the Syria Media Literacy Lab.

• Communicate with you about the program (e.g. selection, interviews, training).

• Provide you with updates about our activities (only if you have consented).

• Improve the website and user experience.

• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.

Sharing of information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. Your information may be shared with our project partners Jordan Media Institute (JMI) and Media in Cooperation & Transition (MICT) for the purpose of application review and program delivery. We may also share data with trusted service providers (such as website hosting or cloud storage) who are contractually bound to protect it.

Storage & security

Your information is stored securely and only accessible to staff directly involved in the program. CVs and uploads are stored on secure servers and deleted once the selection and training process is complete, unless further retention is legally required.

Your rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.

• Request correction or deletion of your information.

• Withdraw your consent to future communications at any time.

Cookies

This website may use cookies to improve your experience (e.g. remembering your preferences, collecting anonymous usage statistics). You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or how your personal information is used, please contact us at:

✉contact@syria-medialab.com