What: 

Racism and the Economy Series:  Focus on Health

When: 

Thursday, September 9, 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm 

Who: 

Hosted by the US Federal Reserve System as one of a series on structural racism and the US economy

How: 

On Zoom, register here

About:

People without good health or health care often struggle to fully participate in the economy. This event will examine how systemic racism impacts health and, ultimately, economic outcomes. Social determinants of health like economic stability and housing affect the kinds of jobs people can access. During the COVID-19 pandemic, low-income people of color disproportionately worked in more risky, high-contact jobs, and this led to higher infection and mortality rates. Racial and ethnic health disparities can also be barriers to employment. The session will explore the intersection of health, racism, and the economy because it’s so critical to the Federal Reserve’s work to promote a strong economy and maximum employment.