Throughout 2022, 37% of low-income residents of L.A. County lacked access to sufficient food. That’s 10 points more than in 2018, according to research published by USC Dornsife’s Public Exchange.
Poverty
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Social Impact
Mar 2, 2023
Social Impact
Many residents are struggling with basics like housing, health care, food and education. The USC Dornsife-Union Bank LABarometer report brings new data to an old problem: accessibility and affordability of essentials.
Feb 17, 2021
University
‘How Poverty Affects Human Rights’ was the theme of this year’s All School Day event at USC.
Mar 2, 2017
Policy/Law
Gary Painter covers the federal program addressing challenges in areas with persistent poverty.
Oct 19, 2016
Health
Students get a fresh outlook on health care by visiting the Downtown Women’s Center as part of a weeklong USC initiative.
Aug 30, 2016
Business
USC, California Endowment team for town hall talk on the intersecting role of labor, business, education and philanthropy.
Jul 7, 2016
Social Impact
USC is one of many partners working to increase opportunities and reduce poverty in the area.
Jun 7, 2016