Los Angeles Experiences First Double-Digit Decrease in Homelessness in 9 Years
July 10, 2024
Los Angeles has seen its first decline in homelessness in six years and the first double-digit decrease in nine years.
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Dr. Va Lecia Adams Kellum
Dr. Ryan J. Smith Appointed St. Joseph Center President and CEO
February 15, 2024
Dr. Ryan J. Smith has been appointed to serve as president and chief executive officer of St. Joseph Center, one of the largest grassroots organizations in Los Angeles County focused on providing housing, mental health, job training, and other vital services to underserved communities.
City Leaders Discuss Solutions to Being Homeless in L.A.
October 12, 2023
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass was the featured guest at “Homeless in LA: A Pathway Forward” on Oct. 4, at The Ebell. The event was presented in partnership with Imagine LA.
Mayor’s Campaign to Eliminate Homelessness Attracts Federal Support
February 9, 2023
The Biden-Harris Administration is the latest entity to join Mayor Karen Bass’ efforts to assist the unhoused as Jeff Olivet, executive director of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness, announced the federal government’s support of the mayor’s initiatives.
Dr. Va Lecia Adams Kellum Named CEO of LAHSA
January 26, 2023
Mayor Karen Bass; Supervisor Janice Hahn, Chair of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors; Supervisor and LAHSA Commissioner Lindsey Horvath; and LAHSA Commission Chair Wendy Greuel lauded the selection of Va Lecia Adams Kellum, Ph.D., as the new CEO of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA).
Harris-Dawson Spearheads Opening of Housing Units for Homeless Seniors
September 29, 2022
A beautiful afternoon in South Los Angeles was made more enjoyable with the opening of Chesterfield Apartments for formerly homeless senior citizens.
Girl Power: St. Joseph Center Celebrates Women’s History Month with a Panel Discussion on Women Experiencing Homelessness
March 21, 2019
St. Joseph Center put together a panel of experts on how structural, cultural, and economic challenges have contributed to the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles