The Dutch DPA approaches DPOs with a specific philosophy. In this workshop the aim is to bring DPAs and DPOs closer together under a shared interest.

  • Workshop
  • Music Room
  • Wednesday 20.05 — 16:00 - 17:15

Organising Institution

Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens

Netherlands

All people have a right to the protection of their personal data. In fact, it is a fundamental right. The Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (AP), the Dutch data protection authority, is the independent regulator in the Netherlands that stands up for this right. And which ensures that everyone complies with privacy legislation.
The Dutch DPA has developed a unique approach towards DPOs. This approach is based on the philosophy that a well-positioned DPO, as intended by the GDPR, can prevent many privacy infringements before escalating to the level of a DPA. This philosophy has been translated to several actions, such as a DPO conference, DPO hotline, DPO newsletter and an intensified relation with DPO organisations on a national level. During this workshop, you will become familiar with the Dutch DPA approach on a detailed level and you will also be invited to provide feedback. The Dutch DPA is interested in testing current ideas and receiving new ones. Furthermore, it would be appreciated if other DPAs and DPOs attended this workshop to establish a lively and productive session. The Dutch DPA hopes that new cooperations will arise from this workshop.

Host

Kris Korving

Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (The Dutch Data Protection Authority) - Netherlands

Host

Ricardo Catalan

Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (The Dutch Data Protection Authority) - Netherlands

Ricardo has a legal background and started out as an international tax advisor. He decided to switch from legal/tax to data protection in 2017. After working as a consultant, he was appointed as the DPO of the Leiden University. As of 2022 Ricardo has been leading the DPO team at the Dutch DPA. The DPO team is dedicated to guide, supervise and strengthen compliance regarding ther DPOs in the Netherlands.