MOSIP is pleased to announce the signing of an MoU between the National Registry of Identification and Civil Status (RENIEC) and the International Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore (IIIT-B). This collaboration will mark the initiation of a pilot programme for safe, inclusive, and empowering digital ID in Peru.
The MOSIP pilot will aim to complete 500-1000 registrations, leveraging existing infrastructure and collaborating with local experts to examine the suitability of the MOSIP technology for Digital Public Infrastructure in Peru. Additionally, it will serve as a testing ground, with the ultimate goal of scaling up to a nationwide rollout.
IIIT-B and MOSIP support Peru in the development and implementation of a pilot that aligns with the principle of ownership over data and underlying technology, and will adhere to Peru’s national laws and globally-accepted best practices.
Speaking on the newly-forged partnership, Dr. Carmen Velarde Koechlin, Head of RENIEC, said:
“El trabajo conjunto que venimos realizando entre el Reniec y MOSIP contribuirá a la optimización de la gestión de la información del proceso de identificación de todos los ciudadanos y a seguir invirtiendo en la protección de sus datos personales. Muchas gracias por este gran aporte para el Perú y para todos los peruanos.”
[“The joint work that we have been carrying out between Reniec and MOSIP will contribute to the optimization of the information management of the identification process of all citizens and to continue investing in the protection of their personal data. Thank you very much for this great contribution for Peru and for all Peruvians.” – Translated by Google Translate]
Prof. S. Rajagopalan, President of MOSIP shared his thoughts:
“This is the start of what we hope will be a long-lasting and fruitful journey in Peru, and eventually in other parts of Latin America. The vote of confidence from the government of Peru in the MOSIP project is a testament to MOSIP’s commitment towards supporting countries in advancing digital identity solutions as critical Digital Public Infrastructure. Together, we look forward to enriching our collective understanding of the digital identity space and contributing to the progressive evolution of digital technology in Peru and beyond.”
The signing of this MoU marks a new beginning for MOSIP in Latin America, navigating through a region characterised by diverse landscapes and unique challenges. Our commitment is to implement the most effective methods and technology to ensure the success of the ID programmes initiated in this region.
We are optimistic about a future characterised by widespread adoption and implementation of foundational ID systems that benefit the entire populace.
For inquiries into MOSIP adoption in LATAM and the Caribbean, please reach out to:
Shrikant Karwa(shri@mosip.io)
Head – LATAM and Caribbean Dissemination
MOSIP (Modular Open-Source Identification Platform) was incubated at IIIT Bangalore as a global digital public good. The platform’s modular architecture, easy configuration, and customisation abilities, enables countries the flexibility to build their foundational digital ID systems in a cost-effective manner.
MOSIP was built on a strong bedrock of principles for security and privacy. The use of open standards and open-source code ensures that MOSIP is agnostic to specific applications, programming languages, and platforms, and actively works towards avoiding vendor lock-in.
Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates’ Foundation, Tata Trust, NORAD, and Pratiksha Trust, the platform is being adopted by 17 countries in Asia Pacific, Africa, and Latin America.
IIIT-B is a premier educational institute, located in the heart of Electronic City, Bangalore, India. Focused on Post-Graduate IT education and research, it contains state-of-the-art infrastructure, world-class faculty, a vibrant alumni community, cutting-edge research facilities, and close industry collaborations.
The institute’s specially-designed courses ensure that students are cognisant of current technologies and practices, thereby equipping them with the tools and knowledge to solve real-world, contemporary problems. Since the founding of the institute in 1999, IIIT-B has enjoyed 100% placement every year, on account of the strong support of the industry and the growing base of talented alumni.
About RENIEC
Headquartered in downtown Lima, The National Registry of Identification and Civil Status (RENIEC) is an autonomous constitutional body in Peru, entrusted with the responsibility of maintaining foundational records including births, marriages, divorces, deaths, suffrage eligibility, and registration.
