Most of the homeless in Los Angeles County are men, but women are becoming homeless now at a much faster rate than men. Three years ago there were about 9,000 women living on the streets; now there are more than 14,000. Social service providers were not prepared for the rise, and women living on the street are particularly vulnerable to abuse and attacks.
Women are Becoming Homeless in LA at a Much Faster Rate Than Men
Credits
Guest:
Eddie Kim - Los Angeles Downtown News -
@eddiekimx
Host:
Madeleine Brand
Producers:
Matt Holzman,
Anna Scott,
Jolie Myers,
Christian Bordal,
Sarah Sweeney