Legal & Privacy Policies

Last Updated: September 3, 2026

Welcome to PrEP & Prejudice, a public health initiative. We are committed to protecting your privacy, ensuring transparency, and providing a safe, accessible platform for our communities. Please review our official policies and terms below.

1. Legal Notice & Corporate Information

This website is operated and managed by the Africa Advocacy Foundation (AAF).

• Registered Charity Number (England and Wales): 1164778

• Registered Address: 76 Elmer Road, Catford, London SE6 2ER

• Contact Number: 0208 698 4473

• Email: info@africadvocacy.org

PrEP and Prejudice is a project run under Africa Advocacy Foundation programmes.

2. Medical Disclaimer (Terms of Use)

The content provided on the PrEP & Prejudice website—including information regarding Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), HIV prevention, Monkeypox, and general sexual health—is for educational and informational purposes only.

• Not Medical Advice: The information on this site does not constitute medical advice and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or clinical care.

• Consult a Professional: Always seek the advice of your physician, sexual health clinic, or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

3. Privacy Policy (UK GDPR Compliant)

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information We Collect: When you use our "Contact Us" form, sign up to become a "PrEP Champion," or interact with our site, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and any details you voluntarily provide in your message.

How We Use Your Data:

• To respond to your inquiries and provide support.

• To send you information about the PrEP & Prejudice campaign, events, or volunteer opportunities (only with your explicit consent).

• To improve our website structure and outreach services.

Special Category (Sensitive) Data: Given the nature of this project, you may voluntarily share health-related information with us. We treat this data with the highest level of confidentiality. It is never used for marketing and is strictly processed to provide the support or information you requested.

Data Sharing: We do not sell or rent your personal data. Your information is kept strictly within the Africa Advocacy Foundation and may only be shared with trusted service providers when necessary to fulfill your request, or if required by law.

Your Rights: Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.

• Request the correction or deletion of your data.

• Withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the address provided in our Legal Notice.

4. Cookie Policy

In accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), this website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze site traffic.

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are required for the website to function correctly (e.g., security, network management) and cannot be switched off in our systems.

• Analytics & Performance Cookies: We use tools to understand how visitors interact with the site, helping us improve our public health messaging. These are only activated if you accept them via our cookie consent banner.

• Managing Cookies: You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or manage your preferences through the pop-up consent banner upon your first visit to our site.

5. Accessibility Statement

We are committed to ensuring our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities, in alignment with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA standards.

What We Are Doing:

• Ensuring site text is clear and readable across different devices.

• Providing alt-text for images and clear descriptions for video content (e.g., our PrEP for Black Communities videos).

• Ensuring the site can be navigated using a keyboard and screen readers.

Feedback and Support: If you experience any difficulty accessing any part of this website, please contact us at 0208 698 4473 or visit us at 76 Elmer Road, Catford, London SE6 2ER. We are continually working to improve user experience and welcome your feedback.