The World Bank Mission Billion Challenge

The World Bank is announcing the launch of the second Mission Billion Challenge powered by MIT Solve, in partnership with the Identification for Development (ID4D) Initiative and the West Africa Unique Identification for Regional Integration and Inclusion (WURI) program.

Support Scope:

Solutions that make identification systems and social protection programs more accessible and responsive to the needs of vulnerable groups, such as informal workers, particularly at a time when countries seek to leverage digital technologies and platforms to deliver services to persons affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Support Amount: US$150,000

Prizes:

Global Prize: for solutions that ensure inclusive ID systems for vulnerable groups, particularly during physical distancing requirements.
WURI West Africa Prize: for solutions that allow informal sector workers in West Africa to more easily participate in social insurance programs, such as pensions and savings accounts.

In addition to cash prizes, finalists and winners of the WURI West Africa Prize will receive mentorship and support from Google Developers Experts. 

Application Deadline: August 14, 2020

Click here for detailed information.

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