Foundational identity: Empowering every citizen’s rights to health, education, and democracy

By Sébastien Gueremy, VP Identification & Verification Solutions at Thales

In a world that increasingly emphasizes the importance of human rights, it is crucial to recognize that identity, specifically the right to obtain a legal identity from birth, plays a pivotal role in securing and exercising these rights. Access to necessities such as healthcare, education, and the right to vote is contingent upon having a recognized and official identity. Therefore, advocating for free universal identity as a fundamental human right …

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