Data Privacy Day 2026

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Data Privacy Day is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness and promoting best practices in data privacy and data protection at the European and international levels. First launched in 2018, it brings together professionals, policymakers, and interested individuals to explore the latest trends, legal developments, and technical aspects of data protection.

The 2026 edition will include keynote speeches and sessions delivered by privacy experts working in Luxembourg. Participants will benefit from professional insights and practical feedback, making this event especially relevant for individuals working in IT, legal, compliance, or public administration roles. The conference aims to strengthen participants’ understanding of privacy challenges and foster a culture of data protection.

• 08:30 Registration
• 09:00 Welcome
• 09:10 Keynote speech: Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS)
• 09:30 Session n°1: Togouna & Tome Avocats
• 10:00 Session n°2: Maastricht University
• 10:30 Coffee break
• 11:00 Session n°3: Centre Hospitalier Emile Mayrisch (CHEM)
• 11:30 Session n°4: Commissariat du Gouvernement à la protection des données auprès de l'État (CGPD)
• 12:00 Session n°5: Commission nationale pour la protection des données (CNPD)
• 12:30 Closing

The detailed programme can be found at https://dataprivacyday.lu/

After attending this conference attendees will be able to:

• Describe current trends and challenges in data privacy at the European and international levels.
• Identify legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to data protection (e.g., GDPR).
• Recognize key technical and organizational measures for ensuring data security.
• Evaluate real-world examples of privacy compliance and enforcement.

• Engage in informed discussions with professionals and peers about data privacy best practices.

The conference will feature a keynote speech and five expert-led sessions. Participants will engage in passive learning through presentations followed by Q&A segments. An exhibition area complements the learning experience by fostering informal knowledge exchange and professional networking.

The objective is to raise awareness of current challenges in data privacy, share practical examples of compliance, and provide insights into legal and technical aspects of data protection in Europe.