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Winnie
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Country:
uganda
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Occupation:
Subsistence farming
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Age:
23
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Campaign
Standard Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($451 USD)
access_time
5 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 than it would have been if I never recieved the transfer In that I can also have clothes to change and look smart.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, givedirectly has done well by helping me financially. However, givedirectly has done nothing bad.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
My husband and myself plan to use my second transfer for building a permanent house.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($464 USD)
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over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is happiness and I dress better than before.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I felt so happy.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy sand, aggregate, cement, iron sheets, timber, paid school fees, bought household items like clothes and food.
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over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will build a residential house for my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when my children are playing and telling me stories .
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is inadquate income to meet daily basic needs.
