Humanitarian Biometrics in Yemen: The complex politics of humanitarian technology – PRIO Blogs
Posted The introduction of biometrics in Yemen is a prime example of challenges related to the use of biometric solutions in humanitarian contexts. The complexity of the situation in Yemen needs to be acknowledged by policy makers and other stakeholders involved in the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the country. Map: Georgina Berry / PRIO The humanitarian crisis in Yemen This humanitarian catastrophe is man-made. The truism that reality is complex should not be used to detract from this simple but unpleasant fact. According to the UN, more than 16 million of those face crises l...