Personal Data Protection in Electoral Processes Discussed at a Working Session in Telenești

       On June 17, 2026, the National Center for Personal Data Protection (NCPDP) participated in an inter-institutional working meeting organized by the Electoral Council of Telenești District Electoral Constituency No. 34, attended by representatives of local public authorities and the district’s deconcentrated and decentralized services.

       The event took place as part of the post-election information, cooperation and analysis activities carried out by the Central Election Commission in collaboration with the public authorities involved in organizing and conducting electoral processes. The purpose of the meeting was to identify any difficulties encountered during the electoral processes, analyze existing practices and formulate proposals aimed at improving the regulatory framework and electoral procedures.

       One of the central topics on the agenda concerned the compilation and updating of voter rolls in compliance with personal data protection requirements, as well as issues related to the processing of voter data by registrars of the State Voter Registry and election officials in the performance of their duties.

       During the session, the NCPDP representative presented the main provisions of national legislation on the protection of personal data applicable to electoral processes. At the same time, practical aspects were addressed regarding ensuring the legality of data processing, compliance with the principles of confidentiality and security, as well as the measures necessary to prevent unauthorized access to the information contained in the voter rolls.

       Participants had the opportunity to ask questions and discuss practical situations encountered in their work, with emphasis placed on the importance of uniformly applying personal data protection rules at all stages of the electoral process. Furthermore, best practices were promoted to help strengthen citizens’ trust in how the competent authorities manage their personal data.

       The event was attended by 55 representatives of local public authorities, decentralized and deconcentrated services, as well as other stakeholders involved in electoral processes at the local level.

       By participating in such activities, the NCPDP reaffirms its commitment to supporting public authorities in the proper application of personal data protection legislation and to contributing to the strengthening of an institutional culture based on respect for individuals’ fundamental rights and freedoms.