edpb_contributiongdprevaluation_20200218.pdf

Here are the key points summarizing the document:

General

• EU Member States' Supervisory Authorities (SAs) actively participated in promoting data protection and GDPR compliance
• Various events, conferences, seminars, and workshops were organized to raise awareness among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

Specific Country Initiatives

• RO SA (Romania):
  • Organized "Open Doors Day" and disseminated messages on public interest regarding GDPR
  • Participated in conferences, symposia, and seminars on data protection
  • Provided support to SMEs through guidelines, checklists, and pro bono lectures
• SE SA (Sweden): Developed an interactive guide for SMEs to assist with GDPR compliance and participated in conferences and events addressed to SMEs
• SI SA (Slovenia): Implemented the RAPiD.si project, providing support to SMEs through articles, newsletters, seminars, and a dedicated website
• SK SA (Slovakia): Published EDPB guidelines and opinions on its website and provided advice via email to SMEs that contacted the authority for guidance
• UK ICO: Provided specific guidance and support for SMEs through micro business resource pages, FAQs, self-assessment checklists, and a privacy notice template

Common Efforts

• All SAs actively participated in promoting data protection and GDPR compliance through various events, conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Many SAs developed guidelines, checklists, and pro bono lectures specifically designed for SMEs to assist with their GDPR compliance.