Vital to the effective functioning of voluntary organisations is the trust of people - the beneficiaries, clients, regulators, donors, volunteers and paid staff. Open, fair and well-managed data protection practice is not just desirable in helping to achieve that trust, but essential. Get it wrong and there is reputational damage and costs attached. Data Protection for voluntary organisations will enable you to set a shining example of best practice and also comply with UK data legislation and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in force since 2018. This book will help you: * Understand the key principles and elements of data protection * Recognise your main responsibilities as a data controller * Distinguish when you can and can't retain data * Appreciate what the rights of the data subject are Who is this book for? A must-read for anyone in the UK voluntary sector who wants to get beyond tick-box data management. Invaluable to data managers or those who handle personal information such as IT, personnel, marketing and fundraising departments. For professional advisers, and academics it will also offers a valuable summary drawing out key data protection points by examining and interpreting the primary legislation.

'I have worked with Paul for many years now and I have always appreciated his ability to share his enthusiasm for this complex subject and how it applies to our sector. Written in a very understandable and user-friendly way, this book is truly accessible.' Jeni Woods, Quality Manager, Grace Eyre Foundation --------------------------------‘A detailed and methodical approach to data protection. This comprehensive guide is an accessible source of information filled with valid and relevant examples. I found it a particularly great help in getting to grips with specific areas, such as consent and contracts.’ Kirsty Cunningham, Head of Fundraising, St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity‘------------------There are not many people within the charity sector who are specialists in data protection. Paul uses simple, straightforward language to cover all key aspects of this complex but vitally important subject. Brilliantly practical!’ Peter Dean, Director of Finance, Riding for the Disabled Association

Author, Paul Ticher, has nearly 30 years of experience as an independent information systems consultant and data protection trainer in the voluntary sector. He is also co-author in the same Key Guides series of Minute Taking and also was a contributor to The Complete Fundraising Handbook 7th edition.