DATA PROTECTION POLICY
Africa Practice Academy (APA), operated by Work Process Improvement Ltd, is committed to protecting personal data and ensuring compliance with applicable Nigerian data protection laws, including the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), 2023.
This Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data in the course of delivering our programmes, including the MRPD (Mentorship-Readiness Professional Development) Certificate Programme.
1. Introduction
Africa Practice Academy (APA), operated by Work Process Improvement Ltd, is committed to protecting personal data and ensuring compliance with applicable Nigerian data protection laws, including the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), 2023.
This Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data in the course of delivering our programmes, including the MRPD (Mentorship-Readiness Professional Development) Certificate Programme.
2. Scope
This Policy applies to:
- Applicants and participants in APA programmes
- Parents and sponsors
- Faculty and guest contributors
- Website visitors and enquiry contacts
It covers all personal data collected and processed by APA.
3. Nature of Data Collected
APA collects only necessary and limited personal data, including:
- Name and contact details
- Educational and professional background
- Application responses and reflective submissions
- Payment confirmation details
- Communication records (email, WhatsApp, forms)
APA does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data, except where voluntarily provided.
4. Purpose of Data Processing
Personal data is collected and processed for the following purposes:
- Programme admission and selection
- Participant onboarding and programme delivery
- Communication and engagement
- Performance tracking and feedback
- Administrative and financial records
- Improvement of programme design and delivery
5. Legal Basis for Processing
APA processes personal data based on:
- Consent (where data is voluntarily provided)
- Performance of a contract (programme participation)
- Legitimate interest (programme administration and improvement)
6. Data Minimisation and Retention
APA collects only data that is:
- relevant
- necessary
- proportionate
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for:
- programme delivery
- administrative purposes
- legal or compliance obligations
Data that is no longer required is securely deleted.
7. Data Security
APA implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:
- Controlled access to data
- Secure storage systems
- Restricted internal access on a “need-to-know” basis
- Use of secure communication and storage tools
9. Rights of Data Subjects
Individuals whose data is processed have the right to:
- Request access to their data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion (where applicable)
- Object to certain processing activities
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
Requests can be made via the contact details below.
10. Data Protection Responsibility
Work Process Improvement Ltd is the Data Controller for APA.
Responsibility for data protection oversight lies with designated management personnel.
11. Data Breach Response
In the event of a data breach:
- APA will assess the impact immediately
- Take corrective measures
- Notify affected parties where required
12. Contact for Data Protection Enquiries
For all data-related enquiries:
Email: info@africapracticeacademy.com.ng
Organisation: Work Process Improvement Ltd (Operator of APA)
13. Policy Updates
This Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect:
- legal requirements
- operational changes
- programme expansion
The latest version will always be available upon request or on APA platforms.
14. Copyright
© Africa Practice Academy (APA). This document may not be copied or distributed without prior written permission.