What is a data protection officer, and why does your organisation need one?
08 June 2022
12:00 - 13:15
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What is the webinar about?
The changes to the Data Protection legislation (as outlined in the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) have increased the responsibilities of those processing personal data, as well as the rights of those who personal data is being processed. An organisational Data Protection Officer is an essential role within an organisation.
Who is the webinar for?
This webinar is vital for anyone who needs to know more about a Data Protection Officer, what they should be doing, why and how they can support data protection compliance across your organisation.
Why attend?
By attending this webinar, you will be able to:
- Understand the legal requirements for having a Data Protection Officer (DPO) within their organisation
- Be able to describe the role of the DPO
- Identify options for DPO support for their organisation
- Develop a clear action plan for their DPO
Featured Speakers
Naomi Korn
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Slides & Resources
Thank you for attending our webinar!
As promised, hit the link below to download the slides from the session:
Here are some websites and forums that will help:
- www.naomikorn.com
- Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)– Data protection related resources, information, and updates on UK legislation. www.ico.org.uk/about-the-ico
- National Cyber Security Centre- Advice and support for public and private sector in how to avoid computer security threats. www.ncsc.gov.uk
- National Heritage Lottery Fund guide: Online Privacy and Security– A free guide on the range of issues UK heritage organisations are likely to encounter whilst carrying out online activities.www.heritagefund.org.uk/funding/good-practice-guidance/digital-guide-online-privacy-and-security
- Heritage Digital – an initiative aimed to increase the amount of free digital skills training and support available to heritage organisations: www.charitydigital.org.uk/heritage-digital
- The National Archives Data Protection Toolkit for Archives – a toolkit to help archivists deal with requests to access personal data found within an archive service’s collection. Request to access the toolkit here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/data-protection-toolkit-for-archives-request-for-access-tickets-163188921457
