1. Introduction

This User Agreement (Agreement) sets forth the terms and conditions governing your use of the IRAJA application (the app), developed by Project Alert On Violence Against Women and Open Society On Justice Reform Project. The App is meant to follow up complaints of Sexual-Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) from the moment they are reported until their resolution in Court. This Agreement is between the App users (“Users”) and the administrators of the App (“We”, “Us”, “Our”) as may be applicable by Nigerian laws including but not limited to Nigerian Data Protection Regulation within (NDPR), Freedom of Information Act, Police Act, Administration of Criminal Justice Law Section 24(20) and Lagos State 2015 (ACJA), Child Rights Act, Family Court Rules. You agree to comply with this Agreement by accessing and using the App. If you do not agree to any provision of this Agreement, do not use the App. If you choose to use the app, then you agree to the collection and use of information in relation to this policy. The Personal Information that we collect is used for providing and improving the Service. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy. The terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, which are accessible within the App unless otherwise defined in this Privacy.

2. User Categories

The App is intended for use by authorized professionals and stakeholders, including:
1.1. Lawyers trained as data collectors responsible for gathering information on reported and filed SGBV cases at courts and police stations.
1.2. The Commissioner of Police (and/or his authorized representative(s)), who will be able to view all reported cases in his/her jurisdiction.
1.3. The Chief Judge of Lagos state (and/or his authorized representative(s)), who will have access to view cases filed and monitor their progress.
1.4. Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) involved in SGBV cases, who can view cases relevant to their work.

3. User Responsibilities

3.1. Data Collection: Data collectors (lawyers) must ensure accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality while collecting information from courts and police stations on SGBV cases. Data collected must be up-to-date and relevant to the case.
3.2. Confidentiality: Users are required to maintain confidentiality of all data and information accessible via the App. Unauthorized sharing or dissemination of sensitive case data will lead to legal consequences, including potential criminal liability under applicable laws.
3.3. Lawful Use: Users must use the App in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including the Nigerian Constitution, Data Protection Laws, FOIA, Police Act, Lagos State ACJA, Child Rights Act, and Family Court Rules.

4. Data Protection and Privacy

4.1. Personal Data: Users acknowledge that any personal data collected, processed, or stored via the App is subject to the Nigerian Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and must be handled with the utmost care and responsibility.
4.2. Consent: Users must ensure that individuals whose data is collected (e.g., victims of SGBV) have given their informed consent, particularly when personal information is involved.
4.3. Data Security: The App employs industry-standard data security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. Users must take reasonable steps to safeguard login credentials and prevent unauthorized access to their accounts.
4.4. Links to Other Sites: This Service may contain links to other sites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. Note that these external sites are not operated by us. Therefore, we strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of these websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

5. Data Usage and Access

5.1. Access Rights: The App grants different levels of access to various users based on their role:
Data Collectors (Lawyers): Can input and update case information.
Commissioner of Police: Can view all reported SGBV cases within their jurisdiction.
Chief Judge of Lagos: Can view cases filed in court and monitor case progression.
Civil Society Organizations: Can view specific cases relevant to their advocacy or intervention work.
5.2. Data Retention: Case information will be retained within the App database for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was collected, or as mandated by law. Requests for data deletion must be made through appropriate legal channels.
5.3. Security: We value your trust in providing us your Personal Information, thus we are striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting it. However, we acknowledge that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
5.4. Freedom of Information Act (FOIA): While users may have access to public data in the course of their work, any request for public disclosure of information must comply with the provisions of the FOIA.

6. Accountability and Legal Compliance

6.1. Violations: Any user found to be misusing the App, tampering with data, or engaging in activities that violate the rights of victims, other users, or applicable laws will face immediate suspension and potential legal action under relevant criminal and civil statutes.
6.2. Compliance with Police Act: In cases where Users are required to interact with law enforcement, all interactions must comply with the provisions of the Police Act, including reporting procedures and collaboration in investigations.

7. Child Rights and Family Court Proceedings

7.1. Child Rights Act Compliance: In cases involving minors, users are reminded that all procedures must comply with the Child Rights Act and the Family Court Rules to ensure the protection of the child’s rights. Special care must be taken to protect the identity of minors involved in cases of SGBV.
7.2. Family Court Rules: Users involved in family court matters must ensure that all procedures, hearings, and data handling are in strict compliance with the Family Court Rules, ensuring the dignity and rights of all parties involved, especially children.

8. Termination of Access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate a User’s access to the App at any time, without notice, if there is reasonable belief that the User has violated any terms of this Agreement or applicable laws.

9. Limitation of Liability

9.1. App Performance: We do not warrant that the App will be error-free, and we accept no responsibility for any interruptions or errors that may occur. We, however, shall strive to ensure continuous availability and smooth operation of the App.
9.2. Legal Use: Users agree that the App is to be used only for lawful purposes. We are not liable for any unauthorized use of the App by any user.

10. Amendments

This Agreement may be amended from time to time. Users will be notified of any significant changes, and continued use of the App after such notification will constitute acceptance of the revised Agreement.

11. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and Users agree to submit to the jurisdiction of Nigerian courts in all matters related to the use of the App.

12. Contact Information

For any queries, concerns, or issues related to this User Agreement or the use of the App, please contact:
Project Alert on Violence Against Women Website: projectalert.org
Open Society on Justice Reform Project Website: osjreform.org

By using the App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions of this User Agreement.