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Introduction to the Privacy Act

  • Objectives and applicability of the Act
  • Definitions regarding personal information
  • Duties and responsibilities of institutions

Collection and Use of Personal Information

  • Legal authority and the principle of data minimization
  • Transparency standards and notification requirements
  • Protocols for internal data sharing

Disclosure and Protection

  • Permitted disclosures as defined by the Act
  • Security controls for physical and digital records
  • Considerations for third parties and cross-border transfers

Access to Information and Correction Requests

  • Citizens' rights regarding access to personal data
  • Procedures for addressing access requests
  • Amending and annotating records

Managing and Reporting Privacy Breaches

  • Defining breaches and illustrative examples
  • Procedures for containing breaches and issuing notifications
  • The function of the Office of the Privacy Commissioner

Privacy Governance and Program Execution

  • Establishing a privacy policy and control framework
  • Employee education and awareness initiatives
  • Conducting internal audits and fostering continuous improvement

Case Studies and Government Scenarios

  • Evaluating real-world instances of non-compliance
  • Conducting simulated privacy impact assessments
  • Best practices for cross-departmental cooperation

Recap and Future Actions

Requirements

  • A grasp of fundamental public sector operations
  • Knowledge of document management and citizen data processes
  • General understanding of legal and compliance duties within the government

Target Audience

  • Officers responsible for access to information
  • Privacy coordinators and legal analysts
  • Government employees tasked with managing personal data
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