International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
📜 Designation Highlights
- CIPP/US – Certified Information Privacy Professional: Recognized globally for expertise in privacy laws and regulations. This link details the US version; also available in other regional concentrations including CIPP/E, CIPP/C, and CIPP/A.
- CIPM – Certified Information Privacy Manager: Focuses on operationalizing privacy programs, governance structures, and data protection strategies.
- CIPT – Certified Information Privacy Technologist: Designed for IT and security professionals integrating privacy into systems, software, and infrastructure.
- SCR – GARP Sustainability and Climate Risk: Addresses climate-related financial risk and ESG frameworks (Note: SCR is issued by GARP, not IAPP).
- AIGP – Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional: A newer credential focused on responsible AI deployment, governance, and risk mitigation.
🧭 Overview
The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) is the world’s largest and most influential organization dedicated to privacy and data protection. Founded in 2000, IAPP provides globally recognized certifications, training, research, and networking for professionals working in legal, compliance, technology, and governance roles.
IAPP’s certification programs are accredited under ISO/IEC 17024 and widely adopted by corporations, governments, and law firms seeking to validate privacy expertise. Its designations—CIPP, CIPM, CIPT, and AIGP—cover legal frameworks, operational privacy, technical implementation, and emerging AI governance. IAPP also offers the Privacy Law Specialist (PLS) credential and the Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) recognition for advanced practitioners.
🤝 Community & Support
IAPP supports a global membership of over 75,000 professionals through KnowledgeNet chapters, conferences, and continuing privacy education (CPE). Members gain access to exclusive content, job boards, benchmarking tools, and the Privacy Advisor publication. Signature events include the Global Privacy Summit and regional forums in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. IAPP also partners with academic institutions and regulators to shape privacy standards worldwide.
📜 Designation Highlights (Recap)
Website: iapp.org
Founded: 2000
Headquarters: Portsmouth, NH, United States
Phone: 603-427-9200
Credential Focus: Privacy law, data governance, operational privacy, AI risk, cybersecurity
Flagship Designations: CIPP, CIPM, CIPT, AIGP
