The health crisis caused by COVID-19 is steadily making way for an economic crisis as businesses seek support in restarting operations and individuals face up to job insecurity. Canvas8 spoke to 17 people in the UK and US to find out how their spending habits have been impacted by the pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has seen women dropping out (or being forced out) of the workforce in record numbers. What are the reasons behind this shift and how might they affect gender equality in the long run? Additionally, how can brands support mothers as they strive to find success and balance?

The financial impacts of the pandemic have been felt by many, but the effect on lower-income and minority Americans has been particularly great. As these groups dig deeper into depleting savings, finance brands have opportunities to help empower people by offering support through the crisis.

People in Austin are calling on their mayor to address the disproportionate impact of coronavirus on the Hispanic community. As the pandemic brings into focus the country’s glaring healthcare disparities, there’s a demand for racially-specific medical support in response to COVID-19 and beyond.