Privacy Policy

Introduction

As a responsible educational institute, Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles understands the importance of maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of personal information of its students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders. This privacy policy outlines our practices and procedures for collecting, using, and disclosing personal information. By using our services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this policy.

What Personal Information Do We Collect?

We collect personal information that is necessary to provide our services and fulfill our obligations to our stakeholders. The personal information we collect may include, but not limited to:

Student Information

• Name, address, phone number, email address, and other contact information
• Date of birth, gender, nationality, and other personal information
• Education and work history, academic transcripts, and other relevant information
• Financial information, such as tuition fees, scholarships, and other payments
• Health information, such as medical history, allergies, and other relevant information

Faculty and Staff Information

• Name, address, phone number, email address, and other contact information
• Employment history, job titles, and other relevant information
• Financial information, such as salary, benefits, and other payments
• Health information, such as medical history, disabilities, and other relevant information

Other Stakeholders

• Name, address, phone number, email address, and other contact information
• Relationship with Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles, such as donors, sponsors, and other partners
• Financial information, such as donations, grants, and other payments

How Do We Use Personal Information?

We use personal information for the following purposes:

Student Information

• Admissions, registration, and enrollment
• Academic and administrative support, such as advising, counseling, and career services
• Teaching and learning, such as course delivery, assessments, and evaluations
• Research and development, such as surveys, studies, and projects
• Financial aid and scholarships, such as eligibility, awarding, and disbursement
• Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, such as reporting, accreditation, and audit

Faculty and Staff Information

• Recruitment, selection, and hiring
• Performance management, such as evaluations, promotions, and discipline
• Professional development, such as training, workshops, and conferences
• Research and scholarship, such as grants, publications, and presentations
• Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, such as labor laws, taxes, and immigration

Other Stakeholders

• Donor and sponsor relations, such as acknowledgments, reports, and events
• Partnership and collaboration, such as joint projects, initiatives, and events
• Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, such as tax laws, privacy laws, and ethics

How Do We Disclose Personal Information?

We disclose personal information only for the purposes stated in this policy, with the consent of the individuals concerned, or as required by law. We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties. We may disclose personal information to the following parties:

Within Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles

• Faculty, staff, and administrators who need to access personal information for their job duties
• Affiliated organizations, such as alumni associations, research centers, and community partners
• Contractors, consultants, and service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as IT support, data processing, and marketing

Outside Sasmira’s Institute of Design and Textiles

• Regulatory and accrediting bodies, such as government agencies, professional associations, and accreditation agencies
• Educational partners, such as exchange programs, study abroad programs, and dual degree programs
• Law enforcement and judicial