Records Retention and Destruction Policy

The Viviscent Wellness Foundation (“VWF”) is committed to maintaining accurate, complete, and secure records in accordance with legal, regulatory, and operational requirements. This Records Retention and Destruction Policy outlines the procedures for retaining, storing, and securely disposing of organizational records.

1. Purpose

This Policy ensures that VWF:

2. Scope

This Policy applies to all employees, volunteers, contractors, and partners who create, manage, or store VWF records in any format, including physical documents and electronic files.

3. Types of Records Covered

Records covered by this Policy include, but are not limited to:

4. Retention Periods

VWF retains records for the minimum periods required by law or operational necessity. Examples include:

Specific retention schedules may be updated as laws or organizational needs change.

5. Storage and Security

All records must be stored securely to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or loss. This includes:

6. Destruction of Records

When records reach the end of their retention period, they must be destroyed securely. Acceptable destruction methods include:

Records subject to litigation, audits, or investigations must not be destroyed until the matter is fully resolved.

7. Responsibility and Oversight

VWF leadership and compliance personnel are responsible for enforcing this Policy and ensuring that all staff and volunteers understand their responsibilities regarding record retention and destruction.

8. Policy Review

This Policy will be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary to reflect legal requirements and organizational best practices.

Contact Us

For questions regarding this Records Retention and Destruction Policy, please contact:

Email: compliance@viviscentwellnessfoundation.org
Phone: 205‑460‑5305