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Joyce's family
Joyce
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
44
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($441 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on finishing to build my commercial house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give directly has done well in giving out the financial aid that has brought development to our community. However, there is nothing that Gd has done.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is now different in that, I have been able to complete my commercial house which will generate for me income for my livelihood in the near future.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($473 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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access_time over 6 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship which i face in my life is how to get money for medication in case the child falls sick .
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is evening .especially when i have seen that no child has fallen sick for the whole day.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving the money since I don't have the husband who will be helping me in terms of construction , I will use the money to construct my permanent house.