Privacy Policy

At the Institute for Dialogue, Research and Conflict Resolution (IDRAC), we are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy.

IDRAC is the data controller for this platform. We believe strongly in safeguarding your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal information. We understand that you may have concerns about how we collect, use, and disclose your data, and we aim to be transparent and responsible in handling it.

This Privacy Policy explains how we process your personal information and how we use cookies on our website. By continuing to use our website, you consent to this policy and the use of cookies.

General

This Privacy Policy applies to IDRAC and is managed by its central team headquartered in Mogadishu, Somalia, serving all Somali Federal Member States.

Our website offers access to information on our peacebuilding efforts, research work, dialogue initiatives, and training programs. Access to most of our content is open and does not require registration. However, users may choose to subscribe or register to receive additional updates, newsletters, or participate in events.

IDRAC processes personal data strictly for legitimate purposes aligned with our mission — such as strengthening community dialogue, research engagement, and conflict resolution initiatives.

To receive updates, newsletters, or training opportunities, users may voluntarily provide information such as name, email address, affiliated organization, and position. This information is kept secure and will not be shared with third parties or used for commercial purposes.

We also collect basic technical information (such as IP addresses, browser type, device type, and site usage) to improve user experience. This information is used in aggregate form and does not personally identify visitors. You may disable cookies through your browser at any time.

Use of Your Information

The information we collect may be used to:

Provide access to our services and platforms;
Communicate about upcoming events, trainings, or research findings;
Analyze user behavior to improve website functionality;
Respond to user inquiries and feedback;
Comply with legal obligations or government regulations;
Protect the security and rights of IDRAC, its users, and partners.

Cookies

Cookies are small data files that help websites remember user preferences and track activity. We use:

First-party cookies for language preferences and basic functionality;
Third-party cookies (e.g., Google Analytics, embedded YouTube videos) for statistical and reporting purposes;
Session cookies which are temporary and deleted after closing your browser;
Persistent cookies which stay on your device and help us recognize returning users.

You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences.