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 were some of the reasons that Spanish-speaking domestic workers did not apply for unemployment insurance?

What support systems did immigrant women rely on after losing their jobs due to COVID-19?