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Reimagining Aid Assistance: The case for the creation of a UN Digital Wallet with embedded identity management

This workshop explores the transformative potential of digital technologies, specifically blockchain, in improving aid distribution to forcibly displaced individuals and refugees. We will address current challenges, showcase successful implementations, and envision future advancements to promote inclusive solutions for all .
 
An appeal to policymakers, bankers, fintech partners, government institutions, and investors to join us in this critical initiative, providing support and collaboration to fully realise the potential of the UN digital wallet.

Speakers

Carmen Hett

Carmen Hett

Corporate Treasurer, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

Gabriel Bizama

Gabriel Bizama

Researcher, University of Bern and Advisor, DCM Systems, University of Bern

Min Lin

Min Lin

General Manager, Vibrant, Stellar Development Foundation

Moderator

Mike Alonso

Mike Alonso

Head of Tokenisation, Bank for International Settlements