The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a European regulation across Europe from 25 May 2018. As a result, it replaces the existing law on data protection in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland and gives individuals more rights and protection in how their personal data is used by organisations. GDPR therefore simply builds on what we are already required to do in respect of data protection but recognises the extraordinary developments over the past 20 years in technology and social media, and the need for greater transparency and accountability from organisations in respect of how personal data processed.
Just like any other charity or organization, Indian Orthodox Church (St. Thomas Indian Orthodox Church) must comply with the GDPR requirements.
As a first step towards GDPR compliance, every individual parishioner needs to complete the consent form (given below) and a membership details update form. These documents are very crucial for every parishioner as a member of the Parish.
Return the forms to the office on or before 20th October 2018.
If you have any questions about this please do not hesitate to contact the parish office.
Consent Forms are given below