Privacy
We help practitioners and the companies and institutions they work for manage threats, protect data and maintain customer trust through training, certification, research and conferences.
Key privacy resources
Organizational Digital Governance Report 2025
US Federal Privacy Legislation Tracker
US State Privacy Legislation Tracker
US Data Privacy Litigation
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KnowledgeNet chapters
IAPP peer groups
Volunteer opportunities
The global standard in privacy education and events
Certifications
IAPP certifications are the premier global credentials for privacy and data protection. With region-specific certifications for Asia, Canada, China, Europe and the U.S. and credentials for privacy program management and privacy engineers, IAPP certifications advance your career and protect your organization.
Training
Advance your privacy knowledge and career with IAPP's globally renowned training courses spanning legal, regulatory, governance, operational and technology issues. Training faculty are recognized throughout the industry for their expertise and experience.
Conferences
IAPP conferences are where the global privacy community comes together. Hear from industry leaders, take part in trainings or workshops, grow your network and discover the latest professional trends.
Web conferences
Learn about the latest industry trends from engaging thought leaders from around the world — no matter where you are. Register for an upcoming web conference or browse our extensive library of recordings.
The IAPP Westin Research Center
The IAPP Westin Research Center was created in 2013 to encourage, enable and produce practical, applicable research and scholarship in privacy. Named for Dr. Alan Westin, a foundational scholar in the field of privacy, the IAPP Westin Research Center serves as a pathway for future leaders who aspire to join the privacy community.
Westin Research Center leadership
J. Trevor Hughes
CIPP
President and CEO
IAPP
Caitlin Fennessy
CIPP/US
Vice President and Chief Knowledge Officer
IAPP
Mark Thompson
CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, FIP
Chief Strategy Officer
IAPP
Joe Jones
Research and Insights Director
IAPP
Cobun Zweifel-Keegan
CIPP/US, CIPM
Managing Director, D.C.
IAPP
Isabelle Roccia
CIPP/E
Managing Director, Europe
IAPP
Müge Fazlioglu
CIPP/E, CIPP/US
Principal Researcher, Privacy Law and Policy
IAPP
Saz Kanthasamy
CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP
Principal Researcher, Privacy Management
IAPP
The legacy of Dr. Alan Westin
Dr. Alan Westin was a foundational scholar in the field of privacy. The IAPP carries on his legacy through the Westin Research Center. The center serves as a pathway for future leaders in privacy and digital responsibility and produces original research about privacy, data protection, digital identity and and more.