Privacy Policy

The National ICT Confederation of the Philippines (NICP), Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the personal data of our members, partners, and training participants in accordance with Republic Act No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (DPA). This Privacy Policy governs the collection, processing, and management of personal information through our official website, http://nicp.org.ph.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that is necessary to perform our functions as a national ICT confederation and training provider. This may include:

Identity Data: Full name and professional title.
Contact Data: Email address, mobile number, and office address.
Organization Data: Affiliation with specific ICT Councils or government units (e.g., LGU Roxas).
Financial Data: Payment information for registration in paid professional programs.

2. How We Collect Your Data

Information is gathered through several touchpoints:

Direct Interaction: When you register for certification programs like the Fiber Optic Structured Cabling System.
Formal Correspondence: Through proposals, meeting requests, and official inquiries submitted to our representatives.
Event Registration: When signing up for flagship gatherings such as the National ICT Summit or CLICKCONEX.

3. Purpose of Processing

Your data is processed based on legitimate interest and the fulfillment of our services:

Professional Development: To enroll participants in the NICP Academy and issue official Certificates of Completion.
Strategic Coordination: To facilitate meetings between industry leaders (e.g., YFC-BONEAGLE International, Inc.) and government stakeholders.
Communications: To provide updates on digital infrastructure projects and workforce development initiatives.

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

To deliver our programs effectively, we may share relevant data with:

Collaboration Partners: Authorized industry partners involved in technical training delivery.
Internal Administration: Authorized personnel within the NICP Academy to manage offsite payments and logistics.
Regulatory Bodies: Relevant government agencies for compliance and accreditation purposes.

5. Data Security and Retention

Security: We employ physical, technical, and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or breach.
Retention: Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, or to comply with legal and auditing requirements.

6. Your Legal Rights

Under the DPA, you are entitled to:

Access your personal data held in our systems.
Rectify or update any incorrect or outdated information.
Object to the processing of your data under specific circumstances.
Erasure or Blocking of your data when it is no longer needed for its original purpose.

7. Contact Information

For any concerns regarding your privacy or to exercise your rights under the Data Privacy Act, please contact: