Ethan Ward

Housing & Homelessness

Many Young Unhoused LGBTQ+ People Are Living On The Streets. Often, Their Families Put Them There

A lesson in overcoming adversity and forgiveness — and where Los Angeles can improve services for young LGBTQ+ people experiencing homelessness.

Tryron Ramsey stands in front of his grandfather's house with his right arm resting on the fence. He's wearing a green hat, a necklace he says he made himself, and a graphic t-shirt.

Housing & Homelessness

Getting Unhoused People Into Shelter Is Hard, But Finding A Place For Trans Or Nonbinary People Is Harder

Experts say more funding is needed to help LGBTQ+ people experiencing homelessness who aren’t young or old enough to access targeted services, especially for trans and non-binary people who have to overcome certain prejudices to get safe and affordable housing.

Housing & Homelessness

Understanding LA's Homelessness Issues

Here’s everything you need to know about all things related to homelessness in the region.

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