University Data Protection Office

University Data Protection Office Data Protection at The University of the West Indies (UWI) is overseen by the University Data Protection Office (UDPO).

Data Protection Act The specific law designed to safeguard the privacy of the personal data processed by data controller...
26/05/2026

Data Protection Act
The specific law designed to safeguard the privacy of the personal data processed by data controllers.

Data Protection Tip: Oversharing online can put your personal data at risk avoid posting sensitive information like your...
28/04/2026

Data Protection Tip: Oversharing online can put your personal data at risk avoid posting sensitive information like your address, phone number, or financial details on public platforms. Think before you share to protect your privacy and stay secure.

Understanding data protection doesn't have to be a headache for your studies! Whether you're a student building your fir...
24/04/2026

Understanding data protection doesn't have to be a headache for your studies! Whether you're a student building your first app, or just want to know where your info goes when you sign up for a new tool, knowing these 5 roles is key to keeping your digital life secure.

Did you know? Always check app permissions before downloading some apps request access to more data than they actually n...
20/04/2026

Did you know? Always check app permissions before downloading some apps request access to more data than they actually need. Taking a moment to review can help protect your privacy and keep your information secure.

Did you know? Regularly updating your apps and devices helps protect your personal data from security threats and hacker...
17/04/2026

Did you know? Regularly updating your apps and devices helps protect your personal data from security threats and hackers. Don’t ignore those update notifications they’re there to keep you safe.

Did you know? Sharing less online can greatly reduce your risk of data misuse always think twice before posting personal...
14/04/2026

Did you know? Sharing less online can greatly reduce your risk of data misuse always think twice before posting personal details or clicking unknown links. A few smart choices today can help keep your information safe tomorrow.

Ever wonder what actually goes into protecting your data? 🤔 It’s more than just a strong password!Swipe to see the "Big ...
09/04/2026

Ever wonder what actually goes into protecting your data? 🤔 It’s more than just a strong password!
Swipe to see the "Big Three" of data protection:
🔐 Data Security – Authentication
🆔 Access Control – Authorization
☁️ Data Availability – Reliability
Which one do you want to learn more about? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Secure your information and learn exactly what counts as personal data. Visit uwi.edu/data-protection today to stay info...
07/04/2026

Secure your information and learn exactly what counts as personal data. Visit uwi.edu/data-protection today to stay informed and protect your privacy.

Take Control of Your Privacy Now! 🔒Follow these 3 simple steps from The UWI Data Protection Office to secure your digita...
30/03/2026

Take Control of Your Privacy Now! 🔒
Follow these 3 simple steps from The UWI Data Protection Office to secure your digital life:
Configure: Set all apps to the "least-sharing" privacy option.
Audit: Review and revoke unnecessary phone permissions today.
Disable: Turn off automatic cloud uploads to keep your data private.
Stay Secure: Start Your Privacy Checkup Now!

20/03/2026

Congratulations to our winners of the Privacy Awareness Month 2026 Poster Competitions! 🎉

Your creativity and powerful messages on data protection truly stood out. Thank you to everyone who participated!

20/03/2026

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by our IT Security Pop-Up Booth at the St. Augustine Campus on March 5th! 💻🔐

Special thanks to the Student Engagement Unit within the Division of Student Services and Development for their support in making this event a success.

We truly appreciate everyone who participated and engaged with us. Looking forward to seeing you again next year!

Address

UWI Regional Headquarters, 2A Hermitage Road, Mona
Kingston

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:30

Telephone

+18769773015

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