nksarps/educonnect

a simulated data access decision framework for educonnect ghana, demonstrating secure handling of student data. includes decision forms for marketing, analytics partnerships, and account deletion requests, following data classification policies, lifecycle management principles, and ghana dpa compliance. # EduConnect Data Access Simulator ## Overview This repository contains a simulated data access decision framework for EduConnect Ghana, an ed-tech platform serving over 50,000 students. It demonstrates secure handling of student data in line with **data classification policies**, **data lifecycle management principles**, and **Ghana DPA compliance**. The simulator includes real-world scenarios for: - Marketing campaigns requesting student information - Analytics partnerships requiring data sharing - Account deletion requests under the "right to be forgotten" The goal is to provide DevOps, data, and compliance teams with a structured decision-making framework that balances operational needs with privacy, security, and legal obligations. ## Contents - `Data Access Simulator` – The main simulator file with detailed request scenarios, decision forms, lifecycle stages, justifications, and action steps. ## Objectives - Apply **data classification rules** for Public, Internal, and Confidential information - Follow the **principle of least privilege** in granting access - Identify appropriate **data lifecycle stages** (Create, Store, Use, Share, Archive, Destroy) - Incorporate **compliance considerations** under Ghana DPA - Provide actionable **next steps** for handling each data access request ## Usage 1. Review the scenarios in `data_access_simulator.md` 2. Follow the decision forms to determine access approvals, conditional approvals, or denials 3. Apply the recommended **action steps** to enforce data security and compliance 4. Use this repository as a reference or training tool for DevOps, data governance, and compliance teams ## Conclusion This simulator provides a practical framework for managing sensitive student data responsibly. By following the guidance in **data_access_simulator.md**, EduConnect Ghana ensures operational efficiency while maintaining privacy, security, and legal compliance.