ADDRESSING THE CHALLENGE: UNDERSTANDING RISKS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE FOR DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS OF RIDESHARE PLATFORMS

As the popularity of ridesharing services like Uber continues to rise, so does the need to address the disturbing issue of assault and violence faced by both drivers and passengers. While these platforms have revolutionized the way we travel and provided ease, they have also unintentionally created opportunities for offenders. This article seeks to