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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Teen Dads Get Help Finding Their Way

    California's rate of teenage birth is at a 20-year low, but two years ago there were still 28 children born for every 1000 teenage girls. Programs to help teen moms are common, but what about teen dads, who struggle with poverty, reduced education and unstable relationships?

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    California's rate of teenage birth is at a 20-year low, but two years ago there were still 28 children born for every 1000 teenage girls. Programs to help teen moms are common, but what about teen dads, who struggle with poverty, reduced education and unstable relationships? KCRW producer Christian Bordal recently visited LA Fathers, a program to help teen-aged dads improve their prospects.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Sonya Geis

      Senior Managing Editor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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    The full episode

    3 of 3
    Is a Gang Injunction Needed in Echo Park?
    1. 0:00Is This Gang Injunction Really Needed?
    2. 9:07Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 59 Days, 8 Hours and 14 Minutes
    3. 17:35Teen Dads Get Help Finding Their WayYou’re reading this
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