The Curve; G.P.S Guide to Charity Safety

Navigating the 2026 GDPR & Online Safety Landscape: The G.P.S. Guide for Charities With data protection regulations evolving rapidly, staying compliant can feel like a daunting maze for many third-sector organizations. In this essential workshop, Paul Johnson from Churchgoers Digital breaks down the complexities of the 2026 GDPR and Online Safety updates into a manageable, three-pillar strategy. What You’ll Discover: The G.P.S. Framework: A deep dive into the three critical dimensions of compliance—Governance, Privacy, and Security—and why your organization needs to address all three to remain protected. Impending Deadlines: Learn about the new June 2026 requirements, including the mandatory implementation of Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) and complaint forms on your website. The "Shadow IT" Risk: Understand why the contamination of personal and corporate data is the number one entry point for hackers and how to effectively segregate your digital estate. Risk Mitigation & Fines: A sobering look at the reality of modern enforcement, where ICO fines can reach up to £70 million, and how a robust toolkit can help negotiate lower insurance premiums. Proactive Protection: Practical advice on hardware inventories, data encryption, and why "multi-factor authentication" is your second-best line of defense after encoding. Whether you are a trustee, a volunteer, or an IT lead, this session provides the "logical scaffolding" needed to protect your patrons' information and ensure your charity’s long-term operational resilience.Key Insight: Digital pollution is now outpacing carbon pollution in its depletion of resources. Implementing these regulations isn't just about legal safety—it's about responsible digital citizenship in an AI-driven world.