UBI Piloters' Network

Newsletter 20, March, 2025

Open Access Journal article by Jurgen De Wispelaere, Marc Doussard, Joe Chrisp

Abstract

The growing popularity of basic income has led to extensive trials of the policy in numerous settings across the world. However, analysis of the politics of basic income, and in particular the political dynamics preceding and resulting from trial programs, lags. In response, we propose a research agenda that uses political scale to investigate where basic income trials emerge, how individual trials' design and implementation parameters vary, and how those trials influence subsequent policy development. By focusing on the previously omitted variable of political scale, our approach addresses a number of key challenges in evaluating basic income trials. First, we provide a means of identifying negative and partial cases to remedy the small-N problem at the national and regional scales. Second, focusing on a given scale helps to identify specific incumbent programs and policy possibilities influenced by basic income trials. Third, our framework draws attention to the importance of distinct, scale-based political dynamics in both securing basic income trials and converting trial programs into future policy changes.

Full Article here

UBI4ALL's 8th Basic Income Raffle: Win €9,600

Save The Date: March 30, 2025, 3pm CEST, 2pm UTC, 10pm CST

UBI4ALL is a pioneering organization dedicated to promoting the idea of Unconditional Basic Income (UBI) worldwide. The 8th UBI4ALL raffle is just around the corner, offering a life-changing prize of €9,600 to a lucky winner. This initiative provides financial stability and empowers individuals to pursue their aspirations, while advancing UBI4ALL's mission of fostering freedom, equality, and security on a global scale.

Having already transformed the lives of several winners through multiple raffles across Europe, UBI4ALL is now expanding its impact globally. The first global winner (Raffle #7), Yi Yin from Taiwan, marks an exciting milestone for the Global Basic Income Initiative.

This success would not be possible without the unwavering support of UBI4ALL’s loyal donors, affectionately known as UBI Beavers. Their dedication helps sustain the vision of a world where everyone has access to a Basic Income that meets their essential needs.

"We are thankful to have these opportunities for people of our nearly 46,000 supporters to experience Basic Income – no strings attached," said founder Helwig Fenner. "Thanks to the ongoing support of our UBI Beavers, we can take this important step forward. This initiative isn't just about financial assistance, but about championing the idea of Basic Income as a tool for empowering individuals, driving innovation, and creating a fairer future for everyone."

With this announcement, UBI4ALL hopes to draw more attention, registrations, and support for its mission. The organization encourages individuals, companies, and associations worldwide to join the movement toward a more just and prosperous world.

Key Details of the Global Basic Income Initiative:

Prize Amount: €9,600 in total

Payment Structure: See updated rules below

7 Winners:

https://www.ubi4all.org/#winners

Next Raffle #8: March 30, 2025, 3pm CEST, 2pm UTC, 10pm CST

Eligibility: Open to individuals aged 16+ worldwide

How to Participate: Register for free at ubi4all.org

New Raffle Rules: Ensuring Fair Wealth Distribution

To ensure that UBI4ALL’s life-changing impact is distributed equitably across global income levels, the total sum of €9,600 remains the same for every winner, but the monthly amounts and payout periods will vary based on the winner’s country of residence:

Low-Income Countries (e.g., Ethiopia, Yemen, India):
Winners will receive €160 per month for 5 years

Lower-Middle-Income Countries (e.g., Ghana, Albania, Georgia):
Winners will receive €200 per month for 4 years

Upper-Middle-Income Countries (e.g., Thailand, Ukraine, Mexico):
Winners will receive €267 per month for 3 years

High-Income Countries Non-OECD (e.g., Turkey, Argentina, Greece): Winners will receive €400 per month for 2 years

High-Income Countries OECD (e.g., Japan, Italy, Australia):
Winners will receive €800 per month for 1 year

This approach ensures fairness and inclusivity while addressing global wealth disparities. By tailoring payouts to local contexts, UBI4ALL fosters meaningful wealth redistribution and ensures that no one is left behind. UBI4ALL ensures that no country can win twice in a row, except for the UBI Beavers, whose contributions make every raffle possible.

UBI4ALL remains dedicated to its vision of a future where everyone has the financial security to pursue their dreams, contribute to their communities, and live fulfilling lives. Various UBI experiments worldwide have already shown positive impacts on equality, innovation, and health. Having more winners worldwide is another significant step toward realizing this vision.

If you have questions about the new rules or wish to discuss specific scenarios, feel free to reach out to us.

Media Contact: Sandra Vahle
sandra@ubi4all.org

For more information about UBI4ALL, its winners, and how to participate, visit:
ubi4all.org.

PCCI Direct Cash Transfer project final report

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