This Startup Gives Poor People A Year's Income, No Strings Attached

7/1/2015

This article discusses the effectiveness of direct cash transfers as a method of poverty alleviation. It highlights the efforts of GiveDirectly, an organization that provides unconditional cash transfers to individuals living in poverty. The article outlines several studies that have examined the impact of direct cash transfers, showcasing examples of recipients using the money to improve their lives by investing in education, healthcare, and business ventures. It also acknowledges potential criticisms and challenges of this approach, such as concerns about dependency and misuse of funds. Overall, the article presents a balanced view of the effectiveness and potential of direct cash transfers in addressing poverty.

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