L.A. Allocates $3M to Support Domestic Violence Survivors
The Los Angeles City Council Friday approved more than $3 million to support survivors of domestic violence in a move prompted by concerns that local organizations would not receive state and federal funding.
In a 13-0 vote, council members signed off on seven contracts, totaling $2.1 million, with agencies that provide case management and supportive services for women, survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, as well as transitional-aged youth.
As part of the vote, the council also authorized the use of $1.3 million to support its Survivors Services System, which includes various initiatives to assist vulnerable populations with finding emergency housing, offering financial assistance and coaching, among other things.
The money will fund 1736 Family Crisis Center, Center for the Pacific- Asian Family, Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking, Haven Hills, Jenesse Center, Jewish Family Service LA and The People Concern.
“At a time when funding for survivors is under threat in both Washington and Sacramento, L.A. has the opportunity to lead by example,” Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky said.
According to the councilwoman, the allocation is one of the “largest investment(s)” in services for survivors of domestic violence.
