Immigrant Women Disproportionately Hit By Pandemic Recession

The transcript discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on immigrant women, particularly those in domestic work. It highlights the challenges faced by women like Portilla and Erendira Sumaco, who lost jobs and struggled to balance work and family responsibilities. The economic hardships are exacerbated by their undocumented status, limiting access to unemployment benefits and stimulus checks. Despite these challenges, they rely on community support and call for political acknowledgment from the Biden administration.

What group has been particularly affected by the coronavirus recession according to the introduction?

• US born men

• Immigrant women

• US born women

• Immigrant men

Why have immigrant women stopped working or job hunting at a higher rate than other groups?

• They have better job opportunities elsewhere

• They are receiving government support

• They are pursuing higher education

• They often have dual roles as workers and parents

What is one reason Erendira Sumaco is working fewer hours?

• Her employers have increased her workload

• Her children are attending remote schooling

• She has found a new job

• She is taking a vacation

What percentage of Spanish-speaking domestic workers lost jobs due to COVID-19?

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

• 30%

What do the affected workers hope for from the Biden administration?

• Financial aid packages

• Acknowledgment of their struggles

• Job training programs

• Healthcare benefits