Target Audience

Directors, Head of Departments and HR Officers and Company Secretaries.
Programme Standards

- Maximum 6 attendees
- 30 days of one to one support
- Handouts
- Programme director/s with at least a Masters Degree in the subject
- Convenient morning timings or in-house at any time for a minimum of two bookings
- Can be configured to address a number of professions and industry sectors

Price

EUR248 ex VAT per participant.
GDPR & Whistleblower Workshop

These topics provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory framework, compliance requirements, and ethical considerations related to GDPR and whistleblower protection in Malta, enabling them to effectively navigate legal and ethical challenges in their respective roles and organisations.
Topics Covered

1.  Understanding GDPR Compliance: 
   - Overview of the GDPR framework and its implications for organizations operating in Malta.
   - Key principles of GDPR, including data subjects' rights, lawful processing of personal data, and obligations of data controllers and processors.
   - Requirements for obtaining valid consent, implementing data protection policies and procedures, and conducting data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
   - Penalties for non-compliance with GDPR regulations and the role of the Malta Information Technology Agency (MITA) as the supervisory authority.

2.  Data Privacy and Security Measures: 
   - Best practices for ensuring data privacy and security in accordance with GDPR requirements, including encryption, pseudonymization, and access controls.
   - Importance of data breach detection and response mechanisms, as well as notification procedures to the relevant authorities and affected individuals.
   - Implementation of privacy by design and by default principles in the development of products, services, and IT systems.
   - Data transfer mechanisms for international data transfers outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and the use of standard contractual clauses or binding corporate rules.

3.  Whistleblower Protection Legislation:
   - Overview of the Whistleblower Act in Malta and its objectives in promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity in public and private sectors.
   - Rights and protections afforded to whistleblowers, including confidentiality, anonymity, and immunity from retaliation.
   - Reporting procedures and channels for whistleblowers to disclose information about wrongdoing, fraud, or corruption.
   - Role of the Whistleblower Unit within the Office of the Ombudsman and other relevant authorities in handling whistleblower complaints and investigations.

4.  Ethical and Legal Implications:
   - Ethical considerations in handling personal data and whistleblower disclosures, including confidentiality, data minimization, and respect for individuals' privacy rights.
   - Legal obligations of organizations to protect whistleblowers from victimization and ensure fair treatment throughout the reporting process.
   - Case studies and examples illustrating the practical application of GDPR and whistleblower protection laws in various contexts, such as healthcare, finance, and public administration.
   - Strategies for fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct within organizations, including training, awareness campaigns, and internal reporting mechanisms.