California Latinos’ use of emergency medical services increased disproportionately during pandemic
A study by the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Initiative identifies need for better cultural literacy among service providers.
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UCLA-led national survey shows attitudes about politics and policy vary among racial groups
The research effort brought together more than 200 scholars from nearly 100 colleges and universities.
UCLA Anderson Forecast: Solid but unspectacular growth for U.S. economy as delta variant spreads
The economic data also show that the recession and recovery had a disproportionately negative impact on lower-income Californians.
New role for a climate justice expert
Kian Goh has been named the associate faculty director of the UCLA Luskin Institute on Inequality and Democracy.
Bike commuting project designed by UCLA team earns $1 million award
The Civic Bicycle Commuting team, or CiBiC, will use the funds to begin a pilot program in Los Angeles.
Southern California’s Asian American–owned businesses more affected by pandemic than others
A survey co-published by UCLA reveals the impact of COVID-19 and the struggles some faced in accessing recovery funds.
Latinos in labor unions were better protected from job losses during pandemic
A UCLA study also found that Black and Latino union workers had higher wages than their counterparts in non-union jobs.
UCLA research pinpoints where 2020 census undercounts were most likely in L.A. County
The study confirms observers’ fears that the enumeration faced insurmountable barriers to an accurate count.
UCLA receives funding for research resources on Latino policy
A $2.5 million grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation will support two databases aimed at advancing equitable policy solutions.
Nearly half of L.A. tenants owe back rent
A UCLA–USC survey suggests that countywide, tenants owe landlords more than $3 billion.
Research suggests ending eviction moratoriums led to spikes in COVID cases and deaths
A UCLA-led study found that coronavirus spread steadily after states’ eviction bans expired in mid-2020.
More than 1 in 5 Californians did not follow restrictions on group gatherings
A report by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research reveals how residents responded to COVID-19 guidelines.
For a bellwether of progress in LGBTQ rights, look to UCLA’s Williams Institute
Scholars are working on new mythbusting research to counter attacks on issues like trans rights.
High temperatures increase workers’ injury risk, whether they’re outdoors or inside
The trend reflects another consequence of climate change, according to a UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs study.
UCLA’s ecosystem health report card gives L.A. County a C+
The report highlights the need for more biodiversity protections and equitable access to resources.
A new approach to preventing weapons-related violence at California schools
At some of the state’s public schools, nearly 1 in 5 students say they have either carried a weapon or been injured or threatened with one.
UCLA Luskin’s ‘Trailblazers’ are in a class of their own
Members of the school’s first cohort to earn the bachelor’s degree in public affairs documented the joys and challenges of their unpredictable senior year.
Law students’ research helps shape California wildfires bill
The work was part of a legal clinic in the UCLA School of Law’s Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment.
UCLA report provides close look at state’s Whole Person Care pilot health program
With the program scheduled to end next year, researchers hope their findings will inform future statewide efforts to address the needs of high-risk patients.
Serious impacts of coronavirus felt broadly across Los Angeles County
A UCLA survey details the effect of falling incomes, COVID-19 health issues and pandemic-related restrictions on Angelenos’ quality of life.
Report sets path toward clean drinking water for all Californians
A study co-authored by UCLA researchers finds hundreds of public water systems are out of compliance with state standards.
Now rescinded, Trump-era ‘public charge’ policy may still harm immigrants’ health
A new report predicts growing numbers of apprehensive Latino immigrant parents in California will disenroll kids from public health programs.
UCLA researchers evaluate efforts to curb trade of conflict minerals
The report found “meaningful progress” over past decade, but noted that child labor violations and other abuses persist.
Citizenship for unauthorized immigrants could add $1.5 trillion to economy over next 10 years
A UCLA report analyzes the potential economic impact of granting citizenship to immigrants who are already in the U.S. labor force.
Tracking Biden’s first 100 days: UCLA experts assess progress on environmental issues
Seven faculty members share their analyses of what the president has accomplished and look ahead at the challenges to come.