COVID-19 and its Disproportionate Effect on Marginalized Communities

The associated economic shutdown due to the pandemic has created a dire predicament for millions of workers. Nonetheless, emerging evidence of skewed employment compositions and lower financial resources show that marginalized communities—namely the Black and Hispanic communities—have been disproportionately burdened by the adverse economic impact of the virus. The economic consequences not only exacerbate existing inequalities but also increase the risk of infection and death amongst these individuals.