Data Privacy Week: January 27 – 31, 2025
Data Privacy Week is an international effort to empower individuals and businesses to respect privacy, safeguard data and enable trust. This year’s theme is ‘Take Control of Your Data’.
Here are a few things you can do to prepare:
Familiarize yourself with the university-wide Privacy Principles
- Visit https://privsec.harvard.edu/privacy-principles for more information on the principles, companion guide and training
Learn More About Privacy Topics
- The National Cybersecurity Alliance has a great article on their website explaining privacy, data privacy, and why its so important
- They are also offering free conversations all week about how to keep your data private and safe. Visit their website to register
Attend a Free Webinar
Talking Data Webinar Series
| January 27th “Dude, Where’s My Data?” | Ever wondered why companies collect your data and what happens to it once it’s in their hands? Join us as we break down the world of data collection, use, and privacy. From everyday apps to big data brokers, we’ll explore how companies gather your information, how they use it, and the responsibility they have in protecting it. Register Here for Dude, Where’s My Data. |
| January 28th “Privacy and AI” | As AI becomes more integrated into our daily lives and business operations, it’s essential to carefully consider the data we share with these technologies. Join us as we guide you through best practices for ensuring you don’t inadvertently disclose private or confidential data, and provide practical tips on how to responsibly engage with AI tools without compromising privacy. Whether you’re an individual or part of an organization, this webinar will help you navigate the delicate balance between leveraging AI for its benefits and protecting what matters most. Register Here for Privacy and AI |
| January 29th “Take Control of Your Data: Privacy Settings in Your Favorite Apps” | In today’s digital world, protecting your personal data is more important than ever. Join us for an insightful webinar where we’ll show you how to take control of your data by understanding and adjusting the settings in the apps you already use! Whether you’re concerned about what information you’re sharing or want to learn about secure alternatives, this session will guide you through the essential tools for enhancing your privacy. Register Here for Take Control |
| January 30th “Are We Making Progress? Understanding Privacy Laws” | Your data is more valuable than ever. But what are legislators doing to protect it? Join us as we break down the latest in privacy legislation. We’ll provide an in-depth look at existing laws and proposed legislation, and take a look back at the past year. Register for Are We Making Progress |
| January 31st “Safeguard Your Kid’s Data” | As kids increasingly engage with the digital world, ensuring their data privacy has never been more critical. Join us for an informative webinar about best practices, tools, and strategies to protect your child’s data online. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or digital safety advocate, this session will provide valuable insights into the challenges and responsibilities of safeguarding kids’ data in today’s connected world! Register for Safeguard |
| January 31st “Level Up Your Privacy Game” | A fun and interactive trivia game show, where we will test attendees’ knowledge on all things data privacy. Play along, and learn some new information and tips along the way! Register for Level Up |
Please contact the IT Helpdesk at (617) 432-4357 or email helpdesk@hsph.harvard.edu for any questions or concerns you may have regarding this information.
