Digital Identity: An Analysis for the Humanitarian Sector
Resource details
Resource type: Research
Organisation: IFRC, Oxford Centre for Technology and Development, DIGID
Region: Global
Category: Uncategorized
Tags: Cash technology
Publication year: 2021
Language: English
Description
Through a series of expert interviews and case studies, this report delves into the humanitarian contexts where organisations are already piloting digital ID solutions, looking at technical, ethical, and sustainability considerations. It shows that digital ID has great potential for use in the humanitarian sector, with benefits to organisations and affected communities alike, while also outlining its limitations and the challenges to overcome.