devcon 7 / rohingya decentralized identity and community building
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Rohingya Decentralized Identity and Community Building
Duration: 00:11:07
Speaker: Muhammad Noor
Type: Lightning Talk
Expertise: Intermediate
Event: Devcon
Date: Nov 2024
The Rohingya Project is a transformative digital platform addressing the critical needs of the Rohingya community, focusing on empowerment and cultural preservation. Key services include R-ID, a decentralized identity verification system ensuring privacy and access to opportunities, and R-Academy, which offers courses on Rohingya culture and personal development. The Heritage Archive provides access to cultural resources, while the Community Exchange fosters collaboration & economic development.
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