Do you have a privacy awareness/training program?

This question is asking whether your organization has a formal program to educate employees about privacy principles, regulations, and best practices. A privacy awareness/training program is distinct from general security training and focuses specifically on how to properly handle, process, and protect personal and sensitive data. Why it's being asked: 1. Regulatory compliance: Many regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, FERPA, CCPA, etc.) require organizations to train staff on privacy requirements. 2. Risk mitigation: Human error is a major cause of privacy breaches, and training helps reduce this risk. 3. Due diligence: Organizations need to demonstrate they're taking reasonable steps to protect the data they handle. A good privacy training program typically includes: - Regular scheduled training (annual at minimum) - Role-specific content (more detailed for those who handle sensitive data regularly) - Coverage of relevant regulations (like those mentioned in the guidance) - Updates when regulations or internal policies change - Testing or assessment components to verify understanding - Documentation of completion When answering this question, you should be specific about what your program includes, how often training occurs, who participates, and how you track completion. If you have metrics on the effectiveness of your program, those are valuable to include as well.