In many communities in West Africa, a woman who loses her husband loses more than a partner. She loses access to land, income, and social standing. Often overnight. Social Income provides widows with three years of steady, monthly income. Enough to stabilize, provide for their children, and rebuild independence on their own terms.
Studies on widows and financial support
The Impact of Cash Transfer Programme on Vulnerable Women in Sierra Leone
A study on cash transfers for vulnerable women found that after receiving support, 49.85% of women could feed their children three times daily, up from 0% before. That's a dramatic shift.
The Livelihood Impacts of Cash Transfers in Sub-Saharan Africa
Researchers documented how widows went from begging neighbors to making strategic investments. Even small, predictable cash flows restored their creditworthiness and gave them access to economic networks they were previously excluded from.
Alleviating household poverty through emergency cash transfers
Emergency cash transfers to vulnerable families (many headed by widows) reduced food insecurity, improved access to healthcare, and lowered exposure to child labour.