Unsettled migrant model collaboration "'Together@work'" falls short on wage parity - Saarland lags behind in pay card distribution.
In the chilly month of November 2023, a significant decision was made at the Minister Presidents' Conference that could bring about a significant change in the lives of asylum seekers in Saarland. The payment card, designed to streamline the distribution of social benefits and combat misuse, has been under discussion for quite some time.
However, the initiative responsible for the "Together@work" project in Saarland remains unclear, as it is not explicitly mentioned in the search results.
If implemented, the payment card could offer a range of services, including the ability to purchase the Germany ticket or enter into a mobile phone contract. Yet, there remains a disagreement between the state and municipalities regarding the basic functions of the card, such as the possibility of making transfers and handling direct debits.
The state government has repeatedly announced and postponed the start of the payment card's use, causing uncertainty among asylum seekers. Despite the delays, the payment card is not yet in use in Saarland.
The payment card is not just a tool for distributing social benefits; it also aims to combat human trafficking by preventing misuse of these funds. The technology behind the payment card is considered feasible, and a state and district-specific whitelist is being considered to ensure that transfers and direct debits are only allowed to previously activated recipients.
This whitelist approach has been practiced in other federal states for a long time and is believed to enhance the security and efficiency of the payment system. The state government is expected to finally act on the implementation of the payment card, bringing a much-needed solution to the table for asylum seekers in Saarland.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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