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Pushed Out: LA's Unhoused Women
We are exploring why domestic or intimate partner violence is the biggest reason women experience homelessness in L.A. County.
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More than 50% of unhoused women are survivors of domestic violence. -
Power over resources is another form of domestic abuse. -
Domestic violence is the leading cause of women becoming unhoused. But it's rarely included in homelessness policy. -
We reached out to local service providers for suggestions. Here are the resources they shared. If it is an emergency, call 911. -
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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More On Unhoused Communities
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It’s not just L.A. Its suburbs are also debating over what to do about growing homelessness. A proposal to build tiny homes in Arcadia led to a face-off between dueling sides on Sunday in front of a city council member’s house. -
The governor says the money would place 65,000 people in permanent housing and end family homelessness within five years. -
The city and county have been ordered to find housing or shelter for every homeless person on Skid Row — and to do it within 6 months. -
Lawyers for L.A. County asked a federal judge today to dismiss them from a lawsuit that would force county officials to take action on the homelessness crisis. -
If you haven’t yet applied for rental assistance, and you owe rent between April 1, 2020 and March 30, 2021, now’s your chance. -
With two months left before California’s eviction moratorium ends June 30, political momentum isn’t on the side of tenants for an extension. -
Judge David Carter is known for bold, unpredictable actions aimed at forcing public officials to take greater responsibility for homelessness.
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For unhoused Angelenos who might not have a bank account or internet access, receiving much-needed stimulus checks is proving tough. -
Money is available through state and local initiatives. See if you qualify for these rental assistance programs.
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