Last Updated: 3/13/2026

1. Introduction

The Ethiopian Midwives Association (EMwA) operates the website https://emwa.org.et. EMwA is a professional, non-profit association established in 1992 to strengthen midwifery practice and improve maternal and newborn health outcomes in Ethiopia.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

When you:

  • Register as a member
  • Fill out forms
  • Contact us
  • Subscribe to newsletters
  • Apply for training or events

We may collect:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Professional details (e.g., occupation, license information)
  • Organization or institution
  • Address or location

b. Automatically Collected Data

When you visit the website, we may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of visits

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies to:

  • Improve website functionality
  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns
  • Remember user preferences

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Manage membership registration and renewal
  • Provide CPD courses, training, and educational resources
  • Communicate updates, events, and announcements
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Monitor and analyze usage trends
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

4. Information Sharing

EMwA does not sell or rent personal data.

We may share information with:

  • Authorized staff and administrators
  • Training partners or project partners where necessary
  • Service providers assisting with website hosting or IT services
  • Government authorities if required by law

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • Secure servers
  • Access controls
  • Data encryption where applicable
  • Restricted staff access

However, no internet transmission is completely secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Maintain membership records
  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites or partner organizations.
EMwA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

8. Your Rights

Users may have the right to:

  • Access their personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion where applicable
  • Withdraw consent for communications

Requests may be submitted via the contact details below.

9. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

Ethiopian Midwives Association (EMwA)
Equatorial Guinea Road, Near Lem Hotel
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Phone: +251-116-189275
Email: info@emwa.org.et