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Justen's family
Justen
landscapeCountry:
malawi
workOccupation:
Casual labor
faceAge:
24
workCampaign
Malawi Large Transfers
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has changed completely because I will build a house
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly has helped me to have the things that I needed
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have managed to buy bricks, iron sheets and other roofing materials to build a new house.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time almost 4 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy to see the message on my phone because I never expect to get such a huge amount of money
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I now have a bicycle of my own. I can ride Every time all thanks to give directly
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought livestocks for farming and a bicycle which I admired. Thank you give directly for the opportunity
 
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access_time almost 4 years ago
 
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am grateful to receive this money as i will use it to start a business. My salary is realy not enough
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happy when i have money to use for my dairly necesities
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I am unable to buy food and clothes for both me and my family