Policy Brief: Bridging the Gender Gap through Digital Identification Systems - Women's World Banking

Policy Brief: Bridging the Gender Gap through Digital Identification Systems - Women's World Banking

For millions of women, a digital identification (ID) is more than just proof of identity—it’s the key to unlocking financial independence, healthcare, education, and economic opportunity. Yet, too many women—especially in low- and lower-middle-income countries—still face barriers to obtaining one. Discriminatory laws, socio-cultural norms, and economic challenges keep them excluded, limiting their full participation in the economy. But the right…