We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I don't have any new goals, because I already had a goal before receiving this transfer, so I decided to continue with my old goal, which is to build my new house, for my family and I to live a good life.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly can give people money, to carry on development in their community, send their children school and do business. GiveDirectly don't take pay, food and water from people.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When I withdraw my money from my mobile account, I bought three bundle of zinc to start my building project, because it has been my plan to build a decent house for my family and I to live a good life.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
I've been into provision business for the past ten years and life has been going on just fine with my family and I. It was April 16 2021 I remember travelling to Monrovia to get some goods for my shop when I came across a very snake on the high way that landed me to the cause of me being unstable or disability. I'm only dependimg on the little income I get from the shop for the sustainability of my family.
Receiving this cash transfer from Give Directly will enable me to get a better treatment on leg and health. With the remaining money if it be enough I'm going to to use it in completing my unfinished house I have longing to complete before my accident
What is the happiest part of your day?
My accident brought me so much unforgettable memories till I wanted to take my life. I was admitted at Benson Memorial Hospital for two with no improvement. My wife took me home and we have been using some Herbs. What really brought me joy in the past 6 months was my recovering from the accident that had me in bed for months.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Since my accident most of my movement have stopped because I was told by the doctor's it will take years to get back on my feet. I have consider this as my greatest challenge I am face with at this present time.
