From: Women in Identity <info@womeninidentity.org>
Date: June 27, 2025 at 4:27:41 AM EDT
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Subject: Our June Newsletter! | Women In Identity ✉️
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🚨 Is your ID team falling behind?

Welcome to our 2025 June Newsletter!   Dear Noreen    Our latest research launched to wide acclaim and found that ID Inclusion is good for business.    Women in Identity is committed to diversity and inclusion because we believe the best identity products are created by all for all.  Building on our research about the human impact of identity exclusion, we commissioned Professor Edgar Whitley at the London School of Economics to undertake research to better understand the business impact of identity exclusion. We can now say that being ID Inclusive can have a positive impact on the bottom line. Download the Economic Impact of ID Inclusion report - here. Please share with your networks and identity teams who may benefit from the findings.    Rather than organisations addressing the unhappy path for inclusion, the report suggests framing organisational responses in terms of widening the happy path. Framed this way, the tasks (and associated costs) that organisations undertake to be more inclusive mean that fewer individuals will find themselves on the unhappy path - rather than the unhappy path being something that needs to be supported. Identity inclusion then becomes a strategic objective and opportunity for identity organisations. The outcome of taking this attitude to service design is a potential economic benefit - widening the happy path increases cost effectiveness as there are less costs associated with customers on the happy path, and in turn could widen your customer base.    Jeremy Grant at the Better Identity Coalition has said about the report, “The report does an excellent job of laying out not only the costs and penalties that individuals face when they can’t easily get an ID - but also the ways that those problems can inhibit economic growth in a country by effectively excluding people from parts of the economy or making it harder for them to get ahead.”    We are also excited to announce our research partner for the next phase - the development of the ID Code of Conduct principles. Read on to find out more about this innovative identity company we have commissioned to deliver this important work.   Thank you to our volunteers, sponsors and partners. A special thank you to the sponsors of the ID Code of Conduct and industry expert, Nick Mothershaw for his continued work on the ID Code of Conduct, as well as the London School of Economics research team.  Sarah Our Updates ID Code of Conduct | The Economic Impact of ID Exclusion Launch We went hybrid - and it was a hit! 🎉 Earlier this month, we brought together global voices for our first-ever hybrid event, diving deep into The Economic Impact of ID Exclusion. From the energy in the room to the powerful insights shared online, it was clear: inclusion isn’t just a value - it’s a strategic advantage. DOWNLOAD THE REPORT NOW 🚨 Is your ID team falling behind? Our brand-new report introduces the 10 Rs of ID Inclusion - the essential principles your team needs to embed today to future-proof your identity systems. 🔍 Developed with the London School of Economics (LSE), and backed by Mastercard, KPMG Canada, GBG Plc, and RBC, this research reveals what inclusion really means for your bottom line. 💬 “ID systems are not neutral. They reflect the priorities and perspectives of those who design them.” 💬 “We’re not just talking about doing the right thing. We’re talking about driving ROI through inclusion.”   See Below To Watch The Full Webinar   🚨 Introducing Our Research Partner For The Next Phase of Our Research: Beruku Identity. We’re excited to announce that Beruku Identity will be joining us as our official research partner for our next phase of the ID Code of Conduct: a set of evidenced guiding principles based on consultation and design & development workshops and 121 interviews with experts.   Building on our work around the Economic Impact of ID Exclusion, this next phase will explore how organizations can practically apply the principles of inclusion, and what it takes to truly "build ID systems for everyone, by everyone." Beruku brings deep expertise in inclusive design and digital identity, and we’re thrilled to have them on board.   CALL TO ACTION: We are seeking experts. We are seeking experts in several areas of identity to join a series of virtual round table workshops. If you meet the below profile and are interested, please email Kat - katherine.chatterton@womeninidentity.org LEARN ABOUT THE NEXT PHASE OF OUR RESEARCH Volunteer Open Role ⚖️ Join the Women in Identity Board | Legal Advisor (UK-Based, Voluntary) Are you a UK-based lawyer passionate about driving inclusion in digital identity?   Women in Identity is seeking a legal advisor to join our board of directors, attending 6 remote meetings a year and contributing your expertise to a global movement.   Experience in identity and previous board roles is desirable, but not essential. Most of all, we’re looking for someone committed to inclusion and who wants to make an impact.   📧 To apply email your CV and LinkedIn profile to emma@womeninidentity.org  Volunteer of The Month This month, we're celebrating Lidia Pereira, our brilliant Presentation Support Volunteer!   With a sharp eye for clarity and design, Lidia helps us transform complex data into compelling, easy-to-understand presentations, making sure our insights land with impact.   By day, she’s a Group Product Manager leading identity and fraud prevention solutions in Brazil and beyond. With over 11 years in product and project management - and 5+ years in the identity space - Lidia brings global experience, technical expertise, and a people-first mindset to everything she does. We’re so grateful to have her on the team.   Thank you, Lidia! 💜 Event Highlights Identity Inclusion Takes Centre Stage at Identiverse 2025 What an incredible Identiverse 2025! 🚀 We were honoured to host a powerful panel where we shared bold ideas and early findings from our Economic Impact of ID Exclusion report. 🎙️ Kay Chopard, Jeremy Grant, Teresa Wu, and Naomi Baur each delivered compelling insights: 💭 Kay Chopard emphasized the momentum from the Women in Identity Summit, calling for sustained action in the identity space. 💭 Jeremy Grant spotlighted the urgency to bridge the global identity gap, a central theme in his foreword for the report. 💭 Teresa Wu celebrated the collaborative spirit behind our research and the value of partnership in tackling exclusion. 💭 Naomi Baur made a powerful case for ethical frameworks that underpin inclusive digital identity systems. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to all those championing an inclusive, trustworthy identity. 💬 Full Room, Big Conversations at the Women in Identity Meetup hosted KPMG We were thrilled to co-host a Women in Identity Meetup with KPMG Canada, where the room was full and the dialogue was rich. The evening featured: 🔍 An overview of Women in Identity and our mission by Melissa Carvalho 🧠 A discussion on the newly launched ID Code of Conduct, led by Rola Turk 🎤 A keynote from Dr. Sophia Muller, offering a compelling call to action on identity and diversity Key takeaways from attendees included the importance of: Building systems by everyone, for everyone Designing with ethics, evidence, and justice Understanding both the human and economic impact of digital identity Thank you, KPMG, for being a part of our mission. ID Code of Conduct | The Economic Impact of ID Exclusion Launch We went hybrid - and it was a hit! 🎉 Earlier this month, we brought together global voices for our first-ever hybrid event, diving deep into The Economic Impact of ID Exclusion. From the energy in the room to the powerful insights shared online, it was clear: inclusion isn’t just a value - it’s a strategic advantage. 🚨 Is your ID team falling behind? Our brand-new report introduces the 10 Rs of ID Inclusion – the essential principles your team needs to embed today to future-proof your identity systems.   🔍 Developed with the London School of Economics (LSE), and backed by Mastercard, KPMG Canada, GBG Plc, and RBC, this research reveals what inclusion really means for your bottom line. DOWNLOAD THE REPORT NOW Events Coming Up Omidyar Network Reception Date: 17th July Location: DC We’re proud to share that our US Ambassador, Kay Chopard, will be representing Women in Identity at the upcoming Omidyar Network Reception in Washington, D.C.   Kay will be sharing key insights from our newly released ID Code of Conduct, including the latest findings from our report on the Economic Impact of ID Exclusion. She’ll spotlight why inclusive identity systems are not just a moral imperative, but a smart investment in economic and social progress. Thank you, Kay, for continuing to champion inclusive, trustworthy identity systems on our behalf. 💡 LEARN MORE 📆 Identity Week US Date: 11th September 2025 Location: US In this engaging conversation, Kay Chopard, Women in Identity Board Member, and Jeremy Grant, Managing Director at Venable LLP, will unpack key insights from our latest ID Code of Conduct research: The Economic Impact Of ID Exclusion.   Together, they'll explore what these findings mean for policy, practice, and the path toward more equitable identity systems. GET YOUR TICKET NOW 📆 Authenticate Date: 13th October 2025 Location: US We’re excited to be hosting a panel at Authenticate 2025: “What’s your view of what an international ID Code of Conduct should look like?”   As we continue to shape the ID Code of Conduct, we want to open up the conversation. This panel is a chance to explore different perspectives on what fair, inclusive identity systems should look like on a global scale.   We’re thrilled to have our amazing volunteer Teresa Wu leading the session, bringing her insight and experience to guide the discussion. There will also be an opportunity to take part in focus groups — a space to go deeper and share your views with others who care about the future of identity. Get Your Ticket Now! 📆 Future Identity Festival Date: 10th November Location: London We’re delighted to announce that our US Ambassador, Kay Chopard, will be representing Women in Identity at the Future Identity Festival in London on the afternoon of 10th November as part of the Women in Identity panel session.   We will share highlights from our most recent research: the ID Code of Conduct and our groundbreaking report on The Economic Impact of ID Exclusion. The Women in Identity session will explore why inclusive identity systems matter - not just socially, but economically - and what organizations can do today to drive meaningful change.    Don't miss this opportunity to ask questions of the research team and London School of Economic’s research lead - and connect with our team committed to shaping a fairer digital identity future.    Moderator - Dr Sarah Walton, Women in Identity - Executive Lead Dr Louise Maynard-Atem, Women in Identity - Research Director  Professor Edgar Whitley, London School of Economics Kay Chopard, Women in Identity - US Ambassador  GET YOUR TICKETS NOW Sponsor Updates 📰 Entrust | The Future of Global Identification Verification Our sponsor Entrust has released its latest report, shedding light on the risks organizations are facing and how they’re mitigating them with identity verification technology. READ NOW 📰 Experian® CreditCenter™, with support from FICO, Aims to Break Down Barriers to Homeownership by Offering Personalized Credit and Financial Insights READ NOW Top News Picks | Powered by Biometric Update Women In Identity Research Sheds Light on Cost of ID Exclusion Benin envisages mobile wallet launch in inclusive national digital ID push   Keep up to date! The WiD events calendar.   If you don't want to wait for monthly event updates - bookmark our handy events calendar. Our events calendar will keep you in the know about amazing tech and identity events we are attending around the world. Moved By Our Mission? Women in Identity is a non-profit organization, powered by our sponsors and the generosity of people like you. 💜 Every donation helps us build more inclusive, accessible identity systems - for everyone. Be part of the change. DONATE NOW Join the conversation ✅ Have an article or longer piece you'd like to publish on our blog? 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