Data Protection and Privacy in Non-Profit Research: Ethical Imperatives and Practical Strategies
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-vz-imp-dt-cm-str-04
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About the Article
This article examines the ethical, legal, and practical dimensions of data protection and privacy in non-profit research. It highlights the importance of safeguarding participant information through confidentiality, anonymization, and pseudonymization, while navigating regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA. Emphasizing both ethical responsibility and practical implementation, the article presents cost-effective strategies suitable for resource-constrained organizations, including open-source encryption, secure cloud storage, and community-driven approaches. By integrating ethical principles with technical safeguards, non-profits can strengthen credibility, protect participant rights, and maintain stakeholder trust, demonstrating that robust data protection is achievable even in low-resource environments.
Key Topics
- Data protection principles
- Privacy and confidentiality in research
- Anonymization and pseudonymization
- GDPR and global regulatory compliance
- Resource-constrained strategies for data security
- Ethical obligations in non-profit research
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Data Protection and Privacy in Non-Profit Research: Ethical Imperatives and Practical Strategies. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-vz-imp-dt-cm-str-tp-04
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