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Does basic income work? We spoke to 8 families who got it.

Guaranteed Basic Income programs show promise in improving lives, providing financial stability and flexibility to low-income Americans.

Universal basic income in the US isn't yet reality, but 16 states have UBI-like programs that give residents cash

Guaranteed basic-income programs provide essential financial support to low-income individuals to help them afford necessities like housing and food.

Does basic income work? We spoke to 8 families who got it.

Guaranteed Basic Income programs show promise in improving lives, providing financial stability and flexibility to low-income Americans.

Universal basic income in the US isn't yet reality, but 16 states have UBI-like programs that give residents cash

Guaranteed basic-income programs provide essential financial support to low-income individuals to help them afford necessities like housing and food.
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#community-support

Gordon Brown launches London's first multibank' amid UK child poverty fears

The launch of Felix's Multibank in London marks the latest effort to address poverty by providing essential items through a network of multibanks supported by prominent figures.

A Scarborough food bank is taking on food insecurity with the help of a UN program | CBC News

Feed Scarborough is successfully tackling food insecurity by integrating the UN sustainable development goals into its operations.

Low-income workers can get huge tax refunds. This event helps them get the money

Low- and moderate-income workers in Los Angeles can utilize tax credits like earned income tax credit to get refunds.
The earned income tax credit is a powerful tool to help lift people out of poverty.

Gordon Brown launches London's first multibank' amid UK child poverty fears

The launch of Felix's Multibank in London marks the latest effort to address poverty by providing essential items through a network of multibanks supported by prominent figures.

A Scarborough food bank is taking on food insecurity with the help of a UN program | CBC News

Feed Scarborough is successfully tackling food insecurity by integrating the UN sustainable development goals into its operations.

Low-income workers can get huge tax refunds. This event helps them get the money

Low- and moderate-income workers in Los Angeles can utilize tax credits like earned income tax credit to get refunds.
The earned income tax credit is a powerful tool to help lift people out of poverty.
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Royalties for everyone': Suriname president plans to share oil wealth

Suriname plans to distribute oil royalties to its citizens, aiming to alleviate poverty and ensure inclusive economic growth from newfound oil wealth.
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Sri Lanka President Dissanayake's coalition wins big DW 11/15/2024

Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition achieved a landslide victory, granting him legislative power to implement poverty alleviation policies in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka President Dissanayake's coalition wins big polls DW 11/15/2024

Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition won a significant majority, enabling enhanced legislative power to address poverty in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka President Dissanayake's coalition wins big DW 11/15/2024

Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition achieved a landslide victory, granting him legislative power to implement poverty alleviation policies in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka President Dissanayake's coalition wins big polls DW 11/15/2024

Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition won a significant majority, enabling enhanced legislative power to address poverty in Sri Lanka.
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Salem is giving $500 a month to 100 residents. Here's why.

Salem's Uplift program will provide a guaranteed income to 100 residents, studying its effect on poverty.
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Birmingham gave single mothers $375 monthly for a year, no strings attached. Participants felt more financially stable, but 'losing the money hurt.'

The Birmingham basic income program supported single mothers, enhancing their financial stability during the pilot, but many faced hardships once it ended.

More and more Gen Zers are struggling to stay in work or school. With $350 monthly, a New Orleans guaranteed income program hoped to change that.

New Orleans' guaranteed basic income pilot helped 125 young people by providing $350 monthly, supporting their employment and educational pursuits.

Birmingham gave single mothers $375 monthly for a year, no strings attached. Participants felt more financially stable, but 'losing the money hurt.'

The Birmingham basic income program supported single mothers, enhancing their financial stability during the pilot, but many faced hardships once it ended.

More and more Gen Zers are struggling to stay in work or school. With $350 monthly, a New Orleans guaranteed income program hoped to change that.

New Orleans' guaranteed basic income pilot helped 125 young people by providing $350 monthly, supporting their employment and educational pursuits.
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Los Angeles County Approves Medical Debt Relief for Thousands of Residents

LA County supervisors voted to buy and forgive medical debt, partnering with Undue Medical Debt, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on residents living in poverty.

Huge benefits' in greater debt relief for lower income countries, study finds

Lowering debt payments for poor countries could enhance education and health outcomes significantly.

Los Angeles County Approves Medical Debt Relief for Thousands of Residents

LA County supervisors voted to buy and forgive medical debt, partnering with Undue Medical Debt, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on residents living in poverty.

Huge benefits' in greater debt relief for lower income countries, study finds

Lowering debt payments for poor countries could enhance education and health outcomes significantly.
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Dutch city pilots radical debt cancellation scheme for poor families

Arnhem city is canceling debts of the poorest families to break the downward spiral and provide a fresh start.

Parts of Havering facing 'significant deprivation' - report

Residents in deprived areas face significantly lower life expectancy, prompting the council to address poverty through various initiatives.

Californians were hoping for two big tax breaks. Why aren't they getting them?

Expanded child tax credit and SALT deduction have faced delays in Congress, impacting potential savings for Californian residents.

The Case for Spending Way More on Babies

Cash-transfer programs have been successful in alleviating poverty in cities across America.
Providing financial support to new parents can help mitigate the effects of poverty on children.
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It's one of the biggest experiments in fighting global poverty. Now the results are in

Giving cash aid in a lump sum has advantages over monthly payments.
Universal basic income can have a positive impact on well-being and poverty alleviation.

Glenys Kinnock, former UK minister, European Parliament member and wife of ex-Labour leader, dies

Glenys Kinnock, former British cabinet minister and member of the European Parliament, has passed away at the age of 79.
Kinnock was known for her work in reducing poverty and starvation in Africa, as well as her advocacy for social justice, equality, and the European Union.

It's one of the biggest experiments in fighting global poverty. Now the results are in

Giving cash aid in a lump sum has advantages over monthly payments.
Universal basic income can have a positive impact on well-being and poverty alleviation.

Glenys Kinnock, former UK minister, European Parliament member and wife of ex-Labour leader, dies

Glenys Kinnock, former British cabinet minister and member of the European Parliament, has passed away at the age of 79.
Kinnock was known for her work in reducing poverty and starvation in Africa, as well as her advocacy for social justice, equality, and the European Union.
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Free money? South Africa floats universal basic income for all

South Africa is considering transforming its state's COVID grant into a universal basic income for all adults, potentially becoming the first country to do so.

Canada Disability Benefit won't lift 'hundreds of thousands' out of poverty, new numbers confirm | CBC News

The Canada Disability Benefit is anticipated to lift 25,000 individuals with disabilities out of poverty annually, falling short of initial estimates.
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