The Top Privacy and Data Security Trends and Issues for Nonprofits in 2018

The Top Privacy and Data Security Trends and Issues for Nonprofits in 2018 was a comprehensive program organized by Venable LLP, a prominent law firm with a dedicated Nonprofit Organizations Practice. The event took place on January 18, 2018, at Venable's Washington, DC office, and was also accessible via video webinar.

The program provided an overview of both U.S. and global privacy and security trends relevant to nonprofits in 2018. Key topics included predicting U.S. privacy practices that might attract regulatory attention, understanding the implications of the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) ahead of its May 2018 compliance date, and discussing data security trends, including common cyberattack vectors and practical solutions to mitigate risks.

The event featured a networking luncheon from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET, followed by the main program and video webinar from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET. Notable speakers included Robert L. Waldman, Partner and Co-Chair of Venable's Nonprofit Organizations Practice; Kelly DeMarchis Bastide, Partner in Venable's eCommerce, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Practice; and Joel Urbanowicz, Director of Information Security and ICT Process Governance at Catholic Relief Services.

This program was particularly beneficial for nonprofit leaders, legal counsel, and IT professionals seeking to stay informed about evolving privacy and data security challenges. Attendees gained practical insights into compliance strategies and risk mitigation tailored to the nonprofit sector.