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More than 50% of unhoused women are survivors of domestic violence. -
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Domestic violence is the leading cause of women becoming unhoused. But it's rarely included in homelessness policy. -
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We answer questions you may have about our approach to reporting "Pushed Out: How Domestic Violence Became The No. 1 Cause of Women's Homelessness in LA
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