Abstract:

The starting point of implementing the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is to acquire knowledge about the regulation. It is therefore vital that everyone involved in processing the data understands the importance of protecting personal data. Every organization needs some type of GDPR awareness-raising and training, to ensure that everyone follows the internally determined rules and poses no risk to the client’s data. An organization that is GDPR compliant regularly trains all its staff. It conducts training and refresher sessions on a regular basis. The importance of training and awareness has been made clear time and time again. An organization does not simply train its staff and then forget about data protection compliance – it embeds data protection compliance into the organization's culture. The main purpose of this article is to analyze the opportunities for GDPR awareness training in Lithuania.
Problem. Most organizations are not aware of their current and future obligations and duties in regard to personal data protection. What are the opportunities for GDPR awareness training in Lithuania?
Methods. The paper relies on scientific literature analysis and the qualitative research method. The literature analysis has been implemented by extensive research including papers from international journals, books, and conference proceedings. A qualitative case study was carried out examining the websites which offer opportunities for GDPR awareness training GDPR. Case study research is also good for contemporary events when the relevant behavior cannot be manipulated. Thus case studies are a valuable way of looking at the world around us.
The results of the study will show the opportunities for GDPR awareness training in Lithuania. The educational benefits of the study could help organizations understand the GDPR awareness training offers in Lithuania.

Keywords:

GDPR, training, awareness, courses, personal data protection.