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Miria's family
Miria
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Small business
faceAge:
57
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($449 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that I'm happy because I was able to buy a cow which will produce milk for me in the near future and also I'm planning to build a good house for my family. This would not be possible if I had not received money from GD.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GD has supported and empowered me financially and there is nothing bad it has done.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I have not yet spent my second transfer because I intend to use it for building my house.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($476 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is happiness because I am going to build a house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I recieved my money, i felt so happy.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I haven't spent it yet, but I intend to build a simple iron sheet roofed house with it.
 
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access_time over 6 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to build a better house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I am seated with my grandchildren.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is lack of money to build an iron roofed house.