Data Privacy Considerations for Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Many companies have initiatives or programs designed to enhance the diversity and inclusiveness of their workforce or applicant pools. To implement and evaluate the success of these programs, companies often must collect, use, and store personal information about their employees and applicants, such as race, gender, and ethnicity. In some jurisdictions, these types of personal information may be subject to special requirements and restrictions. For example, in countries across the EU, there are restrictions on the use of “sensitive” or “special categories” of personal information, which include race, disability, and sexual orientation.

The webinar explores the ethical and privacy implications of corporate diversity and inclusion programs, with a focus on GDPR restrictions and requirements. It also discusses best practice solutions that can help companies protect individual privacy interests while still advancing a global diversity and inclusion agenda.

To read a copy of the slide deck, click here.

To watch a recording of the webinar, click here.