Data sovereignty

Data is not a resource to be mined. It represents people’s lives and choices and, as such, it belongs to them. Respecting privacy means respecting autonomy and trust. Sustainable systems give individuals real control over their data and minimize what is collected in the first place.

Data sovereignty comes to life when we:

• •Collect only what is essential. Reduce data collection to the minimum needed for functionality, and avoid surveillance as a default.
• •Share only to serve people. Never sell or pass on data to third parties unless people actively request it to create tangible value for themselves or for society.
• •Put users in control. Make it easy for people to access, edit, or delete their data, and to decide where and how it is hosted.
• •Protect data at every stage. Use encryption, strong access controls, and transparent governance to safeguard personal information.
• •Make stewardship transparent. Clearly show where data is stored, who processes it, and which third parties are involved, so that people can make informed and confident choices.