THE ONGOING BATTLE: UNDERSTANDING RISKS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE FOR DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS OF UBER AND LYFT

As the popularity of ridesharing services like Lyft continues to rise, so does the need to tackle the disturbing issue of sexual assault and violence faced by drivers and passengers alike. While these platforms have transformed the way we travel and provided ease, they have also inadvertently created opportunities for offenders. This piece aims to