The Data Protection Commission (DPC) is set to join the world to celebrate Data Protection and Privacy Day under the theme “A New Chapter in Enforcing Accountability and Empowering Data Subjects.”

The week-long celebration which begins on January 28, 2019 will be marked with series of national activities to educate citizens about the importance of keeping personal data safe.

The activities include the launch of the National Youth Sensitization program and interactive Radio and TV program.

The National Youth Sensitization program according to the DPC in a press release, will focus on regional sensitization events in selected schools in the Western, Northern, and Ashanti regions to educate the digitally savvy youth about privacy and data protection Rights and empower them.

On February 6, 2019, the DPC will officially open a new Data Commission Office to unveil a new brand identity and also launch the 2019 work plan and National Awareness Campaign through youth sensitization.

Read the full statement below

Data Protection Commission (DPC) celebrates Data Protection and Privacy Day on 28th January and Data Protection Week commencing 28th January