Adequação às normas de proteção de dados e segurança da informação nas escolas públicas de Valença, Bahia: um estudo sobre adequação à LGPD associada à privacidade dos alunos em 2023.

Abstract

The present research aims to investigate the compliance with data protection and information security standards in public schools in the municipality of Valença, Bahia, with a focus on students' privacy. To achieve this objective, a qualitative study will be conducted. The research will be descriptive, intending to map the storage and usage of data from children and teenagers enrolled in these institutions. The study is based on the legislation established by the General Data Protection Law (LGPD) and the principles and rights provided in the Statute of Children and Adolescents (ECA). These regulations are crucial to ensure the security and privacy of personal data of underage students. The main focus of the research is to analyze the cybersecurity practices adopted by public schools in Valença, identifying any potential gaps and vulnerabilities that could compromise the protection of students' data. Additionally, the research seeks to understand how schools are adapting to the requirements of LGPD and ECA, aiming for the best interest of the child and the teenager. The study provides an overview of the current situation of data protection and information security in public schools in Valença, as well as proposes recommendations to enhance the privacy protection of students. The obtained results will contribute to raising awareness among schools and other stakeholders about the importance of adopting effective measures to ensure the security of students' personal data and promote compliance with the current regulations.