Homeless women face high risks for domestic violence on Portland's streets

About 75% of calls to the organization Bradley Angle, which works to connect domestic violence survivors to safe housing, come from women experiencing homelessness.

PORTLAND, Ore. — It’s often considered an eyesore for those passing by, but for homeless residents in the RVs and trailers that line a section of Northeast 33rd Drive, the area is a community. For many of them, it’s the only stability they have.

“Everybody on this street, they help each other out,” said Mackenzie, who lost her job and housing and now lives in a tiny trailer borrowed from a friend.

Mackenzie said the community on 33rd Drive is

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