Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster emphasized that organizations must exercise extra caution when using images of minors, highlighting their duty to seek permission from families before using such images in campaigns.
Webster criticized the company's ignorance regarding the minor's status, emphasizing that ignorance cannot justify harmful decisions, especially when professional expertise is involved.
The ruling stated that just because content is publicly available does not imply it can be reused without permission, particularly for vulnerable individuals like children.
The Privacy Commissioner's findings outline the necessity for organizations to be aware of their responsibilities under privacy laws, especially when dealing with sensitive imagery.
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