Data Protection for Archives: Acquisition and AccessIn this ARA and Naomi Korn Associates webinar, expert speaker Jess Pembroke explores the complex intersection of data protection law and archival practice. This session will guide attendees through the legal and ethical considerations of acquiring and providing access to archival materials that contain personal and special category data.
Whether you're managing digital collections, handling donor records, or navigating access requests, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions that balance privacy, and public interest.
Webinar learning outcomes
- Understand the scope and application of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Data Use and Access Act 2025 in archival contexts.
- Identify personal and special category data in archival records, including photographs and correspondence.
- Understand the rules around handling and retention of personal data for archiving in the public interest.
- Confidence in making decisions about access including considerations of harm, identifiability, and public domain status.
- Implement safeguards for lawful, fair, and secure data handling in archives.
The webinar will conclude with a 10-minute Q&A segment, providing you with the opportunity to ask questions or seek clarification.
The learning outcomes map to the following areas of ARA’s competency framework;
Data Protection Version:
- Developing self and others
- Understanding, interpreting and complying with legislation and regulation
- Using and managing information systems, records and data
- Appraising and disposing of records
- Acquiring and accessioning of archives
- Providing (intellectual) access to the content of records and archives onsite and online
Speaker:
Jess Pembroke, Director of Information Law Services, https://naomikorn.com/team_members/jess-pembroke/
Booking and delegate fee: £50 ARA members, £65 Institutional Affiliates, £99 non-members.
The closing date for Eventbrite bookings is Thursday 4th September. Joining instructions will be sent 24 hours before the start date.
