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-# openedx-authz
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+# openedx-authz
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+For now, a placeholder repo covering upcoming implementation of RBAC (role-based access control) for the Open edX platform.
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+See the [Product Requirements document for Roles & Permissions](https://openedx.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/OEPM/pages/4724490259/PRD+Roles+Permissions).