COVID-19 has affected civilization in numerous ways, specifically in death and wellness. More than 143,000 African Americans and 160,000 Latinx have died since the pandemic. It is very likely that we all have a personal connection with someone in the Black or Brown community that has passed away from COVID. Because we are surrounded by so much death and illness, in the past year alone, mental health disorders have increased into double digits, but due to the existing stigma around mental health, the exact number is under-reported. Unity Care has advocated for thousands of youth and families impacted by former assistance providing services within five pillars of success, which include: Housing, Education, Employment, Wellbeing, and Unconditional Care. There has been an increase in suicides within the Black and Brown communities, increase in racial trauma, not feeling safe in our everyday routines; grocery stores, churches, schools, etc. The Black and Brown community need more attention and help than ever during this time. We as a nation need to start normalizing the conversation about mental health and wellness.
