1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us through our scholarship application and workshop registration forms. This includes:

• Name, Email Address, and Phone Number.
• Academic Affiliation.
• Media links and files submitted for review (SoundCloud, Google Drive, etc.).

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information strictly for the following purposes:

• To evaluate scholarship applications.
• To communicate with you regarding workshops and mentorship.
• To report on program impact to our grantors and donors (your personal identity is anonymized in these reports unless you provide consent).

3. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your data. However, as noted in our Liability Waiver, we are not responsible for technical failures or unauthorized access beyond our control. Media files are stored on secure third-party platforms (like Google Drive).

4. Sharing of Information
The Academy does NOT sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We only share information with our staff and board members as needed to conduct our programs.

5. Your Rights
You may request to have your personal data removed from our active databases at any time by contacting us directly.

6. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy, please contact us at [touchaknobmakeasound@gmail.com].