Data sovereignty & privacy policy.
AfriYouth Innovation Labs adheres to strict principles of data sovereignty, community co-ownership, and ethical data governance across all initiatives.
1. African Data Sovereignty
AfriYouth Innovation Labs adheres to strict principles of data sovereignty and community data rights. Lived experience data gathered during youth research initiatives remains under co-ownership frameworks with the communities represented.
2. Personal Information Collected
When applying for fellowships, challenges, or submitting contact inquiries, we collect basic contact information (name, email, institutional affiliation) and professional dossiers strictly to evaluate suitability and coordinate participation. We never monetize, sell, or rent personal identifiable information.
3. Security and Storage
All submitted records are encrypted at rest and in transit. Access is restricted to designated program evaluators and directorate coordinators.