Gainesville, Florida, and Durham, North Carolina, implemented guaranteed basic income programs aimed at helping formerly incarcerated individuals achieve financial stability. Participants received monthly payments, which allowed them to cover essential expenses and achieve some level of resilience. Findings suggest that while the cash aid significantly improved immediate needs, many struggled to sustain these gains post-payment. These pilot programs underscore the ongoing challenges that formerly incarcerated people face in accessing traditional social safety nets and highlight the potential of cash aid systems as a poverty reduction strategy.
Guaranteed income really is just a tool to ensure that people have the basic level of financial support they need to stabilize their lives.
Participants reported that the cash aid allowed them to afford essentials and alleviated some stress, leading to improvements in their mental health.
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