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What happens if extremely poor people in the developing world are given regular cash transfers, no (or few) strings attached? That's what economist Chris Blattman set out to discover. His pioneering research into cash transfers has helped to revolutionize how global development organizations intervene to fight extreme poverty.
Plus, Blattman discusses some of his other crucial findings, including the surprising discoveries he made while conducting PhD research on returning child soldiers.
What happens if extremely poor people in the developing world are given regular cash transfers, no (or few) strings attached? That's what economist Chris Blattman set out to discover. His pioneering research into cash transfers has helped to revolutionize how global development organizations intervene to fight extreme poverty.
Plus, Blattman discusses some of his other crucial findings, including the surprising discoveries he made while conducting PhD research on returning child soldiers.