Global Privacy Assembly

The Global Privacy Assembly (GPA) is delighted to announce that the Office of the Data Protection Authority (Guernsey) has been elected as our newest Executive Committee member.

Please join us in welcoming their representative, Commissioner Brent Homan into this important leadership role to help shape a truly collaborative global privacy agenda, and continue to evolve the GPA’s infrastructure and operations, to meet today’s challenges.

📣 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬: 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐌𝐋/𝐂𝐅𝐓

The Global Privacy Assembly’s Working Group on Data Sharing for the Public Good has launched a new international initiative exploring the intersection between data protection and anti‑money laundering / counter‑terrorist financing (AML/CFT) frameworks.

Under the sub‑group “Privacy and Integrity in Partnership: Data Protection and AML/CFT for the Public Good”, we are examining how data is shared for AML/CFT purposes, with a focus on strengthening clarity, trust and lawful practice, while upholding individuals’ rights and supporting effective action against financial crime.

As part of our information‑gathering phase, we are inviting experts and stakeholders from across public authorities, the private sector, civil society and international organisations to contribute insights, research, case studies and practical experience.

We are particularly interested in:

• Practical challenges at the interface between data protection and AML/CFT obligations in the context of data sharing
• National or regional legal and regulatory approaches
• Data‑sharing models and safeguards used in practice
• Case studies illustrating good practice or areas of uncertainty
• Research on risks, benefits and impacts on individuals
• Collaborative work involving financial institutions, FIUs, regulators or law enforcement

Your contributions will help shape international material aimed at strengthening compliance, consistency and trust across jurisdictions, directly contributing to the public good.

👉 If you are interested in engaging or sharing relevant material, we would very much welcome hearing from you. Please complete this form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=revfqr0T9k2LhohHzcgUc-jRw3momPlLo9SA65CkHAxURUVMRzRBNUo2RU1US1BHREJBN0Q3VFhLWCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬𝐂𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Privacy and Human Rights Award recipient will be announced at the upcoming RightsCon 2026, taking place from May 5 to 8, 2026, in the vibrant city of Lusaka, Zambia.

Follow the conversation at to be part of this exciting event and to recognize the remarkable achievements of the award recipient.

See details here: https://globalprivacyassembly.com/celebrating-excellence-privacy-and-human-rights-award-at-rightscon-2026/

Welcome to the four newest members of the Global Privacy Assembly!

Personal Data Protection Commission (Singapore)

Office of the Information Commissioner (Jamaica)

Superintendence of Personal Data Protection (Ecuador)

SDAIA Saudi (Saudi Arabia)

We look forward to working with you to strengthen our collective voice to promote and advance privacy globally, and to learning more about your work!

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝! 📢

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda has released the first in a new series of Guidance Notes on recording in public spaces.

Stay compliant and informed. Read the full guidance note below.

PrivCom releases the first of a series of guidance notes on recording in public The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda (PrivCom) is announcing the release of a new series of guidance notes focused on recording in public places and the use of closed-circuit television (CCTV) and other types of cameras such as doorbell, ring and dash cameras. The guidance is designed....

🔒 Happy Data Protection Day! 🔒

On 28 January every year, along with the and community around the world, we celebrate . It marks the signing of Convention 108, the world’s first legally binding international treaty dedicated to protecting privacy in the digital age.

This week we’re raising awareness about why privacy and data protection matter for Islanders, in the following ways:

➤ Launching our Strategic Roadmap 2026-2028. Information Commissioner Paul Vane will be reinforcing our stance that enforcement action will be taken without delay or hesitation, where warranted and where risks to Islanders’ personal data and privacy are identified.

➤ Collaborating with industry representatives and organisations to provide data protection law advice and guidance via simulation exercises and seminars.

➤ Working with Jersey’s young people to ensure they understand how personal data risks could put them in harm’s way and helping them to protect their personal information.

➤ Opening our doors at 5 Castle Street to invite small business owners, sole traders and start-ups to join us to chat about local data protection law and get practical privacy tips.

www.jerseyoic.org


Global Privacy Assembly

To celebrate Data Protection Day, Philippe Dufresne, Privacy Commissioner of Canada and Chair of the Global Privacy Assembly, highlights the importance of international collaboration to help enable the safe and secure flow of personal information on a global scale.

Read here: https://globalprivacyassembly.com/statement-by-the-chair-of-the-global-privacy-assembly-to-mark-data-protection-day/

Watch his message here: https://youtu.be/fnNzy6yDfrw?si=OauCV0yLiRAe4xCz

GPA CR Dufresne for 2026 Data Privacy Day Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

The latest GPA Newsletter is now available!

In this issue:

• Welcome message from Philippe Dufresne, Executive Committee Chair
• Get to know your ExCo: Meet a leader working to help the GPA strengthen its impact
• Highlights from the 47th Annual Conference: Advancing privacy in the age of AI
• Working Group highlights:
Privacy and Human Rights Award
Data Protection in Humanitarian Action

Follow us for more inspiring stories and the latest information and announcements from the global privacy community:https://globalprivacyassembly.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/GPA-Newsletter_January-2025.pdf

Join us in celebrating Data Protection Day!

January 28 marks the signing of Convention 108, the first legally binding treaty protecting privacy in the digital age. It's a day to raise awareness, share knowledge, and promote best practices in data protection worldwide.

How to participate:

1. Share your events, insights, and tips using the hashtag and tag us
2. Spread the word about the importance of privacy and data protection
3. Connect with fellow privacy professionals

Let's make this Data Protection Day a global success!

La date limite pour présenter la candidature d’une organisation pour le Prix de la vie privée et des droits de la personne de 2026 arrive à grands pas. Vous avez jusqu’à 23 h 59 (HNE) le 10 décembre, la Journée internationale des droits de la personne, pour soumettre un formulaire de mise en candidature.

Pour en savoir plus: chromehttps://globalprivacyassembly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Global-Privacy-and-Human-Rights-Award-GPA-Website-content-French.pdf