Albania Sustainable Development Organization (ASDO) aims to contribute to sustainable development through innovation, education, and institutional capacity-building. The organization focuses on strengthening privacy and cybersecurity policies in Albania by offering training for Data Protection Officers (DPOs), assisting institutions in compliance with GDPR, and supporting public institutions and businesses in implementing data protection regulations.
Short project description
The main goal of this project is to improve security and stability in Albania, with a focus on personal data protection. As Albania works to align its legislation with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), companies and public institutions will be required to appoint Data Protection Officers (DPOs). This new obligation has created an urgent need to train personnel for these roles, ensuring they are prepared to oversee and implement data protection policies in line with national and EU regulations. The project will build the capacity of DPOs in both the public and private sectors and institutionalize data protection training in Albania to ensure long-term sustainability.
Project goal(s): The main goal of the project is to enhance security and stability in Albania, with a specific focus on personal data protection, by building the capacity of Data Protection Officers
Who will benefit from the project?
The ultimate beneficiaries will be Albanian citizens, who will benefit from stronger protection of their personal data, as well as companies and institutions that will comply with the legislation, avoiding fines and legal penalties.
Main activities
The development of training materials for Data Protection Officers will involve analyzing Albanian and European legislation
Key recommendations for creating an updated and sustainable curriculum for Data Protection Officers training in the country.
Training of Trainers (ToT) will be conducted for 25 participants from public and state entities.
Sustainability of the Module: By promoting the training curriculum to state institutions and private companies, the goal is for this curriculum to become an integral part of their operational processes.
A Final Report will be prepared on the progress of the project, the recommendations made, and the developed curriculum.
Development and Implementation of Communication and Promotion Strategy