The University of Helsinki is committed to safeguarding the rights and freedoms of individuals when processing their personal data. In their research, researchers often process personal data as well.

Alexander Beck, Senior Data Protection Officer based in Copenhagen, on the particular role of data protection for UNHCR. Since 2015, UNHCR has its own Data Protection Policy. This is the first data ...

The principles of data protection under the GDPR are similar to those under the DPA, but include some extra detail. In summary, these are that personal data shall be: ...

In late 2022, UNHCR adopted the General Policy on Personal Data and Privacy (GDPP) issued by the High Commissioner Filippo Grandi. The new policy establishes an ...