Who We Are

The Dargle Conservancy is a registered non-profit organisation working to protect and promote the natural environment, biodiversity and rural character of the Dargle area.

Who We Are

The Dargle Conservancy is a registered non-profit organisation working to protect and promote the natural environment, biodiversity and rural character of the Dargle area.

NPO Registration Number: 054-508 NPO

Postal Address:
PO Box 30
Dargle
3265

Email:
admin@dargleconservancy.org.za
chairman@dargleconservancy.org.za

Information We Collect

We only collect information that helps us communicate with members, supporters and visitors, and supports the work of The Dargle Conservancy.

Depending on how you interact with us, this may include:

• Your name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Property or farm name, where relevant to membership
• Information provided through contact forms
• Information supplied when applying for membership
• Information submitted when subscribing to newsletters or updates
• Information relating to participation in Conservancy activities, meetings or projects

You are always free to choose how much information you share with us, although some information may be necessary for membership or communication purposes.

Why We Collect Information

The Dargle Conservancy exists to promote and protect the natural environment, biodiversity and rural character of the Dargle area. We do this through conservation initiatives, environmental awareness, education, community involvement and collaboration with landowners, residents and other interested parties.

The information you share with us helps us maintain a connected and informed conservation community.

We may use personal information to:

• Process and manage memberships
• Communicate with members about meetings, notices and Conservancy activities
• Share newsletters, conservation news and updates
• Promote environmental awareness and community participation
• Inform members and supporters about projects, events and initiatives
• Respond to enquiries and requests
• Maintain records relating to the operation of the Conservancy
• Improve our website and communications
• Meet any legal, regulatory or administrative obligations that may apply

We will only use personal information for purposes connected to the work and objectives of The Dargle Conservancy and will not sell or trade your information to others.

Membership Communications

Membership is an important part of how The Dargle Conservancy operates. From time to time we may communicate with members regarding:

• Membership applications and renewals
• Annual General Meetings and other meetings
• Notices and updates relating to Conservancy activities
• Conservation projects and initiatives
• News relevant to the Dargle area and wider conservation community

These communications form part of our legitimate activities as a membership-based conservation organisation.

Email Newsletters and Updates

If you choose to subscribe to our mailing list, we may send you:

• Conservation news and updates
• Information about local projects and activities
• Invitations to events
• Membership-related communications
• Occasional fundraising appeals

You can unsubscribe from newsletters and marketing communications at any time using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Website Analytics and Cookies

Like many websites, we use tools that help us understand how visitors use the site and how we can improve it.

These may include:

• Google Analytics
• Meta (Facebook) Pixel
• Mailchimp
• Google Maps
• YouTube

These services may collect limited technical information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited and time spent on the website.

This information helps us improve the website, understand what information people find useful, and communicate more effectively with our community.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer. Please note that some features of the website may not function as intended if cookies are disabled.

Sharing Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent or trade personal information.

In some cases, information may be processed by trusted service providers that help us operate our website, manage communications or maintain our online systems.

We may also disclose information where required to do so by law, or where necessary to protect the rights, safety or integrity of The Dargle Conservancy and the communities we serve.

Keeping Information Safe

We take reasonable steps to protect the information entrusted to us and to prevent unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure.

While no website or electronic system can ever be completely secure, we are committed to handling personal information responsibly and with care.

How Long We Keep Information

We keep personal information only for as long as it is reasonably required for the purpose for which it was collected, or where we are required to do so by law.

When information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or destroyed.

Your Information and Choices

You may request:

• Access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction of inaccurate or outdated information
• Deletion of information where appropriate
• That we stop using your information for certain purposes
• Removal from newsletter or marketing communications

If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites and resources. Once you leave our website, we are not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of those websites.

We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

Changes to This Policy

From time to time, we may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to the website, legal requirements or the activities of The Dargle Conservancy.

Any updates will be published on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or the work of The Dargle Conservancy, please contact us:

The Dargle Conservancy
PO Box 30
Dargle
3265

Email:
admin@dargleconservancy.org.za
chairman@dargleconservancy.org.za

We welcome questions, suggestions and feedback, whether related to this website or conservation in the Dargle area.