ICT4Refugees: A report on the emerging landscape of digital responses to the refugee crisis

This report is a result of a collaboration between BMZ, GIZ, better place lab and Kiron, institutions which share the view that the current phenomenon of “ICT for refugees” is novel and has great potential that should be investigated. Drawing on field and desk research, this report aims to give an introductory navigation to, and interpretation of current developments. It shall capture the breadth of different areas where technology can create impact, of varying local contexts, and of actors involved. This report does not provide a comprehensive review, and a thorough discussion of assessment and effectiveness is also beyond the scope of this research. Rather the report aims to understand current developments, high light important areas of potential and contribute to a discussion about the opportunities and risks involved.