suojattavat

Suojattavat is a Finnish term formed from the verb suojata (to protect) with the participle suojattava, meaning “to be protected.” In the plural form suojattavat, the word functions as a noun or noun phrase referring to those or things that are to be protected. The term is most common in formal or administrative language rather than in everyday speech.

In legal and policy contexts, suojattavat designates persons, groups, data, or objects that require protection or safeguarding. The exact scope is defined by the applicable law, regulation, or policy. Common usages include suojattavat tiedot (information that must be protected or treated confidentially) and suojattavat ryhmät (protected groups under a program or statute).

In practical terms, suojattavat can refer to two broad areas. First, data protection and confidentiality, where suojattavat tiedot encompasses personal data or other information that deserves heightened safeguards. Second, social and human rights contexts, where suojattavat describes individuals or groups regarded as vulnerable and entitled to special protections or support.

The term is typical in official documents, administrative guidelines, and regulatory language. It emphasizes that specific entities—whether data subjects, people in certain circumstances, or protected categories—are subject to protective measures. Related concepts include protektion, suoja, and tietosuoja, which cover protection and safeguarding more generally.