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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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The L.A. Metro Board of Directors voted to oppose implementation of SB 79, calling for a countywide exemption. -
Last year, homelessness declined overall in the region, but not for families with children. And service providers say even that was an undercount. -
Annual unhoused population tally gives snapshot of region’s needs and progress at a pivotal moment -
After pulling funds from the agency that led L.A.’s homelessness response for years, county officials say their new approach will be more accountable. -
Many officials celebrated the results of last year’s count, but it’s unclear if homelessness in the region will continue to decline in the face of funding losses. -
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration is pressuring local leaders to pass ordinances regulating homeless encampments, among other requirements. -
These programs give struggling landlords a way to raise rents above what local caps normally allow. But few apply, and even fewer get approved. LAist asked why. -
Dave Goldstein says Scorpio tenants are “particular” and Libras are “gold.” Housing rights attorneys say there’s no specific law against asking, but it’s legally dicey. -
County homelessness officials propose $219 million in reductions for the coming budget year. -
The Superior Court order stems from a legal challenge by a coalition of West L.A. residents who asked a judge to intervene.
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