Join the discussion: The effects of working at essential and non-essential jobs during the pandemic

On March 16th, The City of Philadelphia temporarily shut down all non-essential businesses. Businesses were told to keep doors closed until further notice, leaving many out of work.

As the COVID-19 crisis continues, two questions arise among many. What makes a business essential or non essential, and what are the effects on workers in both kinds of businesses?

This Thursday, April 9th from 5 to 6 pm, Germantown Info Hub, in partnership with G-town Radio, will host a live call-in show featuring Councilmember Kendra Brooks. Host Letrell Crittenden, co-researcher at the Info Hub, and Brooks will discuss issues important to those currently unemployed because their job or business was deemed non-essential. They will also talk about the many workers who suddenly find themselves classified as “essential” on the front lines of the pandemic.

Tune in to 92.9 FM or listen online at www.bit.ly/ListenG-town. Call in with questions and comments, or email them to Gtown.infohub@gmail.com.

This live program is part of #GermantownInfoHubRadio series. If you or anyone you know would like to submit a COVID-19 topic to discuss, email us at Gtown.infohub@gmail.com.