Length: 90 minutes, Price: $95
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Data Governance & Data Protection for Nonprofits
As nonprofits increasingly rely on AI, digital tools and cloud-based systems, questions around data – what you have, where it lives, who has access, and how it is protected – have become critical.
This session is designed to help organizations establish a clear, practical approach to managing and protecting their data. Rather than focusing on technical configuration, the class provides a structured framework that can be implemented across your organization.
Participants will learn how data flows through common nonprofit systems and how to create consistent policies that reduce risk and improve efficiency.
The goal is to move from reactive, ad hoc data handling to a clear, organization-wide system that supports daily operations, protects sensitive information, and prepares your organization for future growth.
Areas covered:
- What “data governance” means in a nonprofit context (plain-language explanation)
- Identifying and categorizing your organization’s data (donor, program, financial, internal)
- Where data lives: understanding files, systems, and duplication
- Access and permissions: who should have access to what, and why
- Data protection basics: minimizing risk without overcomplicating systems
- Common mistakes that lead to confusion, inefficiency, and exposure
- Creating a simple, organization-wide approach to managing data
Included with this session:
- Data Governance Framework (70+ pages) – sample policy language, structure, and implementation guidance
- Data Inventory & Classification Template – identify and organize your organization’s data
- Access & Permissions Guide – practical rules for managing who can see and edit information
- Data Protection Checklist – clear steps to reduce risk and improve consistency
- Board Discussion Toolkit – questions and summaries to support leadership conversations
Each class is live, instructor-led, and online. Questions are always welcome. This session is CEU-rated and includes practical tools that can be used immediately.
We have morning, afternoon and evening classes available. See the drop-down menu in the section below to find available classes.
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