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CASHSOCASSISTYN
(CASHSOCASSISTYN)
HH received cash or social assistance
Codes and Frequencies
Description
CASHSOCASSISTYN indicates whether the household received a cash transfer or any social assistance (from the government).
Comparability — Index
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GENERAL |
Sierra Leone |
Comparability
Along with universe differences, CASHSOCASSISTYN differs across samples in question wording.
Comparability - Standard DHS
CASHSOCASSISTYN is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.
Comparability — Sierra Leone [top]
The 2013 Sierra Leone survey used a 3-month reference period when asking about receipt of aid.
Universe
- Kenya 2014: Women age 15-49 in households selected for men's interview.
- Sierra Leone 2013: All women age 15-49.
