Katelyn Cioffi

Human Rights Lawyer // Digital Welfare State and Human Rights @humanrightsnyu @nyulaw

[Katelyn Cioffi @katelyncioffi]

Today, we release "Paving a Road to Hell? A Primer on the Role of the World Bank and Global Networks in Promoting Digital ID." This report highlights how and why dangerous models of biometric digital ID have been energetically supported by actors like @WorldBank. We find: (1/7)

[Access Now @accessnow]

The High Court’s delay in delivering a judgment on the National ID system case is deeply troubling + it impacts access to justice and equality for vulnerable communities in Uganda. The judiciary must act promptly. The rights of vulnerable communities depend on it. #NdagaMuntu

[ISER Uganda @ISERUganda]

The High Court’s two-year delay in passing a ruling on the #NdagaMuntu #DigitalID case by @ISERUganda, @UnwantedWitness, and @HeapiUganda is unfortunate! Poor and vulnerable Ugandans need to access healthcare and older persons grants NOW without any barriers

[Katelyn Cioffi @katelyncioffi]

As #DigitalID systems continue to expand around the world, it is more vital than ever that legal systems can keep pace with the speed of technological fervor and development. Therefore, we continue to eagerly await a decision from the High Court.

[Katelyn Cioffi @katelyncioffi]

Extremely concerning that after two years, there has still been no ruling on whether mandatory #DigitalID system in Uganda violates economic and social rights.

Without a timely decision, what safeguards and remedies are left available for those who have been excluded?

[ISER Uganda @ISERUganda]

17.4 million Ugandans are denied access to health care and older persons grants every time the High Court delays ruling on the #NdagaMuntu #DigitalID case by @ISERUganda, @UnwantedWitness, and @HeapiUganda

[Katelyn Cioffi @katelyncioffi]

Courts can and should play a pivotal role in mitigating potential harms of #DigitalID. Without a legal system that places meaningful checks on harmful uses of digital technology, such systems may actually frustrate progress towards inclusive development and human rights.

[MJ🌸 @Roon_jamal]

I’ve been doing a detailed account of memos and petitions around Maisha Namba ecosystem on this thread Incase you want to familiarize yourself with the legal challenges identified in the implementation of Maisha namba.

https://t.co/PhxyLDEZVd

[Olivia Solon @oliviasolon]

NEW: Uganda’s biometric identity system is key for banking and voting, but it also sits at the heart of a sweeping surveillance apparatus that targets human rights activists, journalists and political opponents

https://t.co/InXtJTYDCX

[Katelyn Cioffi @katelyncioffi]

@SilviaHedley Unfortunately, there has been a delay. So still waiting . . .

[ISER Uganda @ISERUganda]

@ISERUganda, @UnwantedWitness & @HeapiUganda had anticipated Judgement in the #DigitalID #NdagaMuntu case today. However, regrettably, the court has adjourned the passing of the judgement to a later date.
Check out our FAQs for more details. https://t.co/Z3XITJJbOf

[Katelyn Cioffi @katelyncioffi]

Keep an eye out for this #digitalID decision, almost two years in the making, which is due TODAY.

I've written about just how much is at stake: https://t.co/XcZWmAUEZl

[ISER Uganda @ISERUganda]

In 2022, @ISERUganda, @UnwantedWitness & @HeapiUganda asked court to rule on the mandatory requirement of #DigitalID #NdagaMuntu to access services like health care & SAGE benefits. Judgement is this Friday 15/3/24. Check out our FAQs for more details https://t.co/Z3XITJJbOf

[Rethink Aadhaar @no2uid]

Today the High Court of Uganda will rule on a challenge to their national digital ID programme Ndaga Muntu which sounds eerily like #Aadhaar. Solidarity with those fighting discriminatory tech ✊🏾 @ISERUganda @HeapiUganda @UnwantedWitness Read more https://t.co/sefSnXHvoo

[Katelyn Cioffi @katelyncioffi]

Looking forward to this discussion about democratic digital ID with some wonderful co-panelists!

[Haki na Sheria @Haki_na_Sheria]

Haki na Sheria invites you to Crafting democratic digital ID on 13th of March 2024 from 6-7p.m EAT to launch a research brief titled: Crafting a democratic blueprint: Designing digital ID for the people.

#DigitalID #MyIDMyRight

https://t.co/akp14bvhUq

[Katelyn Cioffi @katelyncioffi]

Proportionality, these days: "The net would also trawl the private banking data of people related to welfare claimants including partners, parents and landlords. It would save around £360m a year – less than 5% of the total lost to welfare fraud..."

[Guardian news @guardiannews]

Ministers urged to scrap plans for surveillance of benefit claimants’ bank accounts https://t.co/liMBRGSWLm

[Eve Hayes on bluesky at evehayes123 @EveHayes123]

Today we argued that by the next #2024WCS conference #digitalidentity will become THE central theme in global debates on citizenship rights, nationality deprivation & statelessness. The turnout today & incredible debate suggests that we are not mistaken. @mariannedh #2024WCS

[KHRC @thekhrc]

#Statement
The Kenyan govt is set to roll out a UPI, dubbed "Maisha Number" that everyone born in Kenya will have. We remind the govt that this opaque rollout would wreak havoc on the ways citizens access nationality documents. Read More ⏩https://t.co/M1zGA2EOhL

[APRI - Africa Policy Research Institute @APRI_Africa]

In Ep. 5 of #theafricahour, we travel to Rwanda where policymakers are seeking to introduce a smart ID scheme. Is it a model for the continent? Does the country have the physical & legal infrastructure to make it a success? Listen & subscribe here:
https://t.co/NFNLrcqbA9

[ISER Uganda @ISERUganda]

Together with @UnwantedWitness @HeapiUgand we're set to appear before High Court this morning to continue our litigation journey for inclusive #DigitalIdentity in Uganda. We're ready to present our case toward ending exclusion from Uganda's digital ID system. #NdagaMuntuExcludes

[Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF) @internetfreedom]

In a joint effort with @Article21_Ind & @accessnow, IFF & @no2uid filed an RTI request seeking information about organisations that have authorisation for Aadhaar authentication. Our latest analysis tracks the findings of the RTI response from @UIDAI.👇1/8
https://t.co/9jk6ru8tXt