Homeless students can sleep safely in their cars at this California college. Other campuses say no

The Safe Parking Program at Long Beach City College provides a crucial lifeline for homeless students, offering overnight parking and resources to ensure their basic needs are met.

Nearly two-thirds of California community college students face basic needs insecurity, underscoring the urgent necessity for initiatives like the Safe Parking Program to support those living in their vehicles.

Assembly Bill 1818 aimed to establish essential safe parking programs across California’s college systems, demonstrating the need for legislative support for vulnerable student populations.

Despite the bill’s demise, advocacy for safe parking initiatives is a critical step towards addressing the homelessness crisis among college students, highlighting systemic issues needing attention.

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