Join us for an engaging session that delves into the transformative power of digital payments in humanitarian aid and development. This session will focus on how blockchain technology and digital assets can significantly enhance the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of aid delivery. We will examine the critical role that blockchain solutions play in addressing logistical challenges that hinder traditional aid methods, ensuring that essential support reaches the most vulnerable populations, particularly refugees and internally displaced individuals. By leveraging these innovative technologies, organizations can effectively navigate areas with compromised banking systems, underdeveloped infrastructures, or high levels of underbanked individuals. Through real-world use cases, we will illustrate how blockchain technology is being applied to support these vulnerable groups, enhancing the impact of humanitarian efforts.

Key topics:

-Blockchain for secure and transparent cross-border transfers: How blockchain technology can facilitate secure, traceable, and rapid fund transfers, especially in challenging settings.

-Challenges (and solutions) in delivering aid in situations of conflict and fragility: Addressing issues related to access, security, and transparency in conflict-affected areas.

-Real-world applications: Case studies showcasing successful deployments of Stellar's Aid Assist and other blockchain solutions in humanitarian contexts.

-Risk mitigation: Strategies for managing risks, adhering to international regulations, and ensuring the safety and privacy of beneficiaries