Basic Income Trial Boosts Indigenous Livelihoods and Amazon Protection
Denkstrom
A two-year basic income trial in Peru's indigenous communities showed improved food security, financial stability, and environmental conservation, challenging concerns that unconditional cash payments reduce work incentives. Participants reported increased savings, reduced migration for work, and expanded farmland, alongside efforts to protect the Amazon through reforestation and sustainable practices. The study highlights the potential of financial support combined with education to empower marginalized communities while promoting conservation.
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