Lyft partners with the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization to offer 1,000 free rides to individuals seeking crisis support in select US cities.
Foster said the company could expand the pilot program in the future to offer additional rides to those who need them, all of which are part of the company’s “LyftUp” coronavirus effort that includes $2.5 million in ride credits for communities in need.
Callers to the National Sexual Assault Hotline, when appropriate, will be given the option to be connected with a Lyft ride in order to access transportation to critical assistance such as a women’s shelter, the home of a friend or a family member, a police station or to go get a rape kit. The Lyft driver would not be given any indication of the purpose of the ride.
Keeli Sorensen, the vice president of victim services at RAINN, said these rides are a vital lifeline, particularly during the pandemic. “Survivors are feeling a heightened sense of fear being cut off from their normal support networks and safety nets," Sorensen said."And some are reporting an increase in the frequency and severity of the abuse that they're experiencing while in that situation.
“I want survivors to know that RAINN is here to listen and support them during this difficult time and at all times," Sorensen said. The group operates telephone and online hotlines at the National Sexual Assault Hotline and at
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