Black Worker Covid-19 Economic Health Impact Survey
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2022
Level
City or Town, County
State(s)
All States
Policy Areas
Civil Rights, Economic Justice, Health
Black Americans are overrepresented in workplaces that lack healthcare infrastructure, have high job insecurity, and are detrimental to health outcomes. This report emphasizes the urgent need for specialized support and resources, including long-term economic support, targeted wellness programs, and enhanced worker rights and training initiatives. The report highlights the need for targeted policies to ensure an equitable economy and address systemic racial inequalities.