Faculty and staff members of De La Salle University-Dasmariñas attended an orientation seminar on the Data Privacy Act of 2012 held at the Alumni Auditorium in an effort to promote awareness about the law and its provisions.

The seminar, which was facilitated by PwC Philippines Risk Assurance Director Jan Roque, extensively discussed the obligation of companies and organizations in terms of protecting the data that they handle. Roque also discussed the implication of the law in an academic setting and shared tips on how to protect personal and sensitive information from being exploited.

At the request of DLSU-D Data Privacy Officer Sancho Castro, Roque also expounded on the responsibilities and liabilities of members of the organization when it comes to data sharing and information flow. Apart from the specific provisions of the law, Roque emphasized the importance of abiding by the Data Privacy Act and underscored the fines and penalties imposed on those who will violate its guidelines.

The event, held in two sessions, was spearheaded by the Human Resource and Management Office.