Data Protection

Managing data to ensure people’s privacy.

If you are working with people, it is almost inevitable that you will be collecting data about people. Some of this data may be personal, and some of it could be highly sensitive. Make sure you follow University policy and procedures.

Photography is a common data protection matter in community engagement. University guidance and resources are available.

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For engaged research, data protection is part of Research Ethics and Integrity.