Promising Practices for Digital Identity in Public Benefits
Date
2023-11-15Author
Sorrel, Elizabeth Bynum; Beeck Center for Social Impact and Innovation
Abstract
The Digital Benefits Network (DBN) advocates for a national digital identity strategy, emphasizing equity and privacy. Collaborating with partners and state agencies, DBN outlines promising design patterns for public benefits applications, aiming to minimize barriers. The publication highlights DBN's concern about online application complexities, urging simplicity for applicants. During the pandemic, it emphasizes frictionless processes for recertification. The article calls for better evaluation, evidence, and resources, proposing cybersecurity measures and best practice standards.