ID4Africa

📣 Calling ALL Experts! Time is running out... Don't miss the exciting opportunity to participate in our upcoming LiveCast trilogy on Digital ID and Travel. If you represent government, industry, associations, development agencies, etc., we want to hear from you! Share your proposal to speak TODAY! Broadcast dates: October 30, November 20, December 4 Details & to Apply: bit.ly/39DD5Wv

Digital Identity for Facilitated Travel & Border Management   Casting continues for our upcoming LiveCast trilogy on Digital ID and Travel. Be part of this exceptional event! We guarantee there is nothing like this trilogy on the transformation of travel through digital identity If you are a domain expert, submit your proposal to speak TODAY. Know an expert? Invite them to apply. This is an opportunity not to be missed! This call is open to all relevant stakeholders - government representatives, industry, associations, development agencies, etc.   Broadcast dates: October 30, November 20, December 4   Details & to Apply: bit.ly/39DD5Wv

Gear up for ID Day 2024! ID Day 2024 is only 2 months away and it’s now time to gear up for impact. By popular demand, we are adopting a theme to serve as a framework for guiding and harmonizing the global commemorations this year. That theme is ‘Celebrating the Right to be Visible’.   *Consult the ID Day guide to help organise your commemoration activities: https://lnkd.in/ea7HHWhA *Visit the ID Day website for practical information and resources: https://www.id-day.org/ Bookmark this page as we’ll continue to update with additional resources.   We invite our ID Day Coalition Partners to ensure that your campaign liaison details are up to date. Contact us if there have been changes: contact@id-day.org.   Not yet a Partner? Join the 250 organizations that support the call for ID Day recognition. Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/gd6qQEZV

Digital ID for Travel & Border Management We have all witnessed the transformative effects of digital identity on the movement of people, border management and the way we travel. This is already one of the biggest applications of identity and we are only scratching the surface of its possibilities. In our upcoming LiveCast series, we will explore this amazing topic of our times to see how it is changing society and the global economy and what the future will look like. For a multi-perspective view, we want to hear from all relevant stakeholders – authorities in charge of identity, immigration, airports, borders, civil society actors with concerns, and industy players at the forefront of the innovation wave. If you are an expert in the field, you will want to be a part of this exceptional LiveCast trilogy, with the first part expected to be broadcast on October 30th 2024. Submit your proposal now before all speaking slots are assigned. We have already begun the casting process and assigned slots. For details and to apply: https://bit.ly/39DD5Wv Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with LiveCast host Dr. Joseph J. Atick. 

Digital ID for Travel & Border Management We have all witnessed the transformative effects of digital identity on the movement of people, border management and the way we travel. This is already one of the biggest applications of identity and we are only scratching the surface of its possibilities. In our upcoming LiveCast series, we will explore this amazing topic of our times to see how it is changing society and the global economy and what the future will look like. For a multi-perspective view, we want to hear from all relevant stakeholders – authorities in charge of identity, immigration, airports, borders, civil society actors with concerns, and industy players at the forefront of the innovation wave. If you are an expert in the field, you will want to be a part of this exceptional LiveCast trilogy, with the first part expected to be broadcast on October 30th 2024. Submit your proposal now before all speaking slots are assigned. We have already begun the casting process and assigned slots. For details and to apply: https://bit.ly/39DD5Wv Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with LiveCast host Dr. Joseph J. Atick. 

Casting has begun for our upcoming LiveCast Episode 60! We are now conducting speaker interviews for our LiveCast series on Digital Identity for Facilitated Travel & Border Management. The first episode will be broadcast on October 30. If you are interested in speaking on one of the topics below, or another related topic, apply now! 1. Secure Travel Documents & Credentials 2. Biometrics in Travel 3. Integrated Travel & Border Management 4. Data-centric view of travel and border crossing 5. Data Protection and Privacy 6. Standards and Interoperability 7. Regulatory Frameworks Details and to Apply: https://lnkd.in/g6EtBNA Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with Dr. Joseph J. Atick, the host of the LiveCast. Don't delay as spots will go fast.

Call for Speakers: Digital ID for Travel & Border Management In preparation for our LiveCast #60 on Digital Identity for Facilitated Travel & Border Management (Scheduled Broadcast 30th of October), we are seeking domain experts to present or join panels related to the following key areas: 1. Secure Travel Documents & Credentials 2. Biometrics in Travel 3. Integrated Travel & Border Management 4. Data-centric view of travel and border crossing 5. Data Protection and Privacy 6. Standards and Interoperability 7. Regulatory Frameworks For a detailed description of each topic, visit: https://lnkd.in/g6EtBNA Rolling deadline: The casting of speakers will be ongoing until all spots have been allocated. Submit your proposal for consideration as early as possible, as spots will go fast. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview with Dr. Joseph J. Atick, the host of the LiveCast. Whether you are from government, international agencies, private sector or civil society, don't miss this opportunity to be part of an engaging discussion where we explore innovative solutions that can transform the way we travel! Apply today: https://lnkd.in/g6EtBNA

ID4Africa 2024 featured 3 exciting days of plenaries completed by a fantastic 4th day of workshops and forums. We take this opportunity to recognize our development partners who chaired the 7 workshops and forums and all discussants who shared their insights and unique perspectives with passion and enthusiasm during the various sessions. Chairing organisations W1: Cybersecurity for Identity Professionals (The World Bank) W2: Digital Identity for Refugees & IDPs (UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency) W3: CRVS including ACSA (UNICEF, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, OpenCRVS) W4: Specifying & Procuring Identity Solutions (UNDP) W5: The Nuts & Bolts of DPI (GovStack & Centre for Digital Public Infrastructure - CDPI) F1: Data Protection & Privacy (Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), Kenya & Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda (PDPO)) F2: Examining Trust (Trust Project @WiSER) For photos: https://lnkd.in/eJYS4tTW

ID4Africa 2024: Day 3 Highlights Featuring the participation of development agencies, CSOs, MPs, the public and private sectors, Day 3 perfectly embodied the 2024 AGM theme – Digital Identity as DPI: Fostering Trust, Inclusion and Adoption. Catch up now on the critical conversations during Day 3. PS9: Digital Identity Credentials Management Featuring Digital Wallets, mDoc & Verifiable Credentials Watch here: https://lnkd.in/em_pN8aj The Guardrails Trilogy (PS10, PS11, PS12) PS10: Digital Identity Governance Watch here: https://lnkd.in/dfg46ahE PS11: Building Trust, Protecting Human Rights: Demystifying Civil Society’s contribution to identity for all Watch here: https://lnkd.in/e7q2ku6M PS12: Reforms Of Digital Identity Legal Frameworks Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eyU7YkK9 That's a wrap! Thank you for following our Highlights Series. If you missed any session, check out our AGM playlist here: https://lnkd.in/et3Yr9YN We look forward to having you with us in Ethiopia in 2025 and at the LiveCasts until then. Day 3 Moderators & Speakers: - Dr. Joseph J. ATICK (ID4Africa); Adam Cooper💯(European Commission); Ramesh Narayanan (Modular Open Source Identity Platform (MOSIP)); Michael McCaskill (AAMVA (American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators); Loffie Jordaan (AAMVA); Catherine Nabbala (Finema); Anand Acharya (Bhutan NDI); Damian Glover (Decentralized Identity Foundation) - Dr. Sarah Lister (UNDP); Hon Hon Shakeel Shabbir Ahmed (Kenya); Hon. M. Botomani (Malawi); Hon. M. E. GOBA (Sierra Leone); Hon. M. S. G. TOUVOLI & Hon. Yacouba KONE (Côte d’Ivoire); Barbara Ubaldi (OECD - OCDE); Peter Kusek (The World Bank); Moritz Carl Fromageot (Office of the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology); Dr. Emrys Schoemaker (UNDP & Caribou Digital); YOMO Alexandre Marie (BUNEC, Cameroon); Tulimeke Munyika (MHAISS, Namibia); Dr. Aminah Zawedde, PhD, CISA® (MoICT, Uganda); Percy Chinyama (Smart Zambia Institute); A. A. ABDULLE (NIRA, Somalia) - Matthew McNaughton (Co-Develop); Braimah Sulemana (MFWA); Elizabeth Atori (Initiative for Social and Economic Rights (ISER), Uganda); Mariam Jamal (Haki na Sheria Initiative, Kenya); Pam Dixon (World Privacy Forum); Nashilongo Gervasius (UST, Namibia); Prof. Mame Penda BÂ (Gaston Berger University) - Conrad C. Daly & Nay Constantine (The World Bank); K. KONE BAMBA (CNAM, Côte d’Ivoire); Josephine MUKESHA (NIDA, Rwanda); E. GUYAI (NIDA, Tanzania); Dr. Vincent OLATUNJI (NDPC, Nigeria); Immaculate KASSAIT (Office of the Data Protection Commissioner, Kenya); Laura BINGHAM (Temple University (Beasley)); Thulani MAVUSO (DHA, South Africa); Dr. Jean AHOLOU (WURI, ANIP, Benin)

ID4Africa 2024: Day 2 Highlights Day 2 of the ID4Africa AGM featured arguably the most diverse content of all 4 days. From the latest in Identity Solutions & Technology to Biometrics for Identification to Interoperability and Free Movement, there was something for every interest. Here are the fascinating conversations you may have missed. PS5 & PS6: The Solutions & Tech Symposium 10 leading identity solution providers share innovations, developments and lessons learned from their real-world deployments. Watch here (PS5): https://lnkd.in/dceUfpGr Watch here (PS6): https://lnkd.in/djbNjHfh PS7: NIST Symposium: The state of the art in biometrics 3 of the world’s most respected technology experts share the latest NIST results on face recognition, iris, contactless fingerprint technology, and human interaction with capture devices. Plus, learn the secrets to harnessing the full potential of biometric technology.  Watch here: https://lnkd.in/dYhExR5P PS8: Interoperability Of Identity Data & Systems A 2-segment plenary covering i.) interoperability between humanitarian identity and national systems; and ii.) digital identity in support of regional and continental integration schemes, including ECOWAS, SADC and AfCFTA. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eDvj9E2m 𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄 Day 2 was also the much-awaited host reveal for the 2025 AGM. Catch a glimpse of the excitement as Dr Atick announced the winner: https://lnkd.in/d52_XDGR Day 2 Moderators & Speakers: - Engr. Abisoye COKER-ODUSOTE (NIMC NIGERIA); H.E. Victor Domingos CANHEMBA JÚNIOR (Min. of Interior, Mozambique); Matthias Koehler Karl KÖHLER (Mühlbauer Group); Karim Bendadda (IDEMIA); Celine G. (IN Groupe); Tomas Antolik (Innovatrics); Metesh BHATI (Metesh B.) (Protean eGov Technologies)  - Dr. Lourino CHEMANE (INTIC, Mozambique); Xavier Prost (Veridos); Mark Sullivan (Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited); Devendre GOPAUL (PMO, Mauritius); Sébastien Guérémy (Thales); Jeremy Springall (SITA); Sean Zheng (EMPTECH)    - Patrick Grother, Craig Watson, Mei Lee NGAN (National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)) - Gail Hodges (OpenID Foundation); Andrew Hopkins (UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency); TUMELO EPHRAIM RABOLETSI (Former MoLGCHP, Lesotho); Dr. Victor AMADI (CCLA, UCT, South Africa); Mihret D. Woodmatas MSc, PMP®, CCNP, CCNA (AUC)