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The real effects of basic income

The pilot project followed 122 people for three years who received an
unconditional sum of EUR1,200 every month. The control group included a
further 1,580 people who did not receive any money.

Take a look at the study results
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From ideology to facts

The discussion surrounding universal basic income remains rooted in
ideological beliefs. We want to shift the conversation to solid
ground - backed by scientific facts, now available for the first
time.

After three years of studies and extensive data analysis, the results
are finally in. Instead of saying "We'd like to know," we can now
confidently say, "We know."

Now we would like to share this knowledge with you. Below, we have
summarised the key findings into five key topics. For more
information on the research structure, please visit the study design
page.

The study findings

Labour

Does a basic income make people lazy? This assumption has been widely
discussed, but never substantiated. The Basic Income Pilot Project
demonstrates that the opposite is true.

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Self-determination

Strengthened independence: the results of our study show that a basic
income leads to more self-determined decisions - especially for one
demographic.

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Well-being

Money can't buy happiness? Our research shows that a basic income has
significant effects on participants' satisfaction and mental health.

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Finances

Our study shows that a basic income leads to the fulfilment of
material needs and active wealth creation among recipients. However,
they don't just spend it on themselves.

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Unexpected Effects

Our study confirmed many of the assumptions about universal basic
income - but not all. Does it change how people think and feel?
Hardly at all.

Learn more

Scientific publications

The pilot project's study results will be published in various
specialist and scientific journals. You can find all currently
available articles here in one place.

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