The women who responded to Metro’s survey identified safety concerns as the top barrier to riding transit.
This proposal is in response to a number of recent MTA incidents involving repeat sex offenders.
According to surveys, some 87% of female users of public transport say they have been the victim of sexist or sexual harassment.
Will allow men and women to be dropped off anywhere they want on 10 late-night bus lines, add 650 plainclothes officers, and more.
Researchers surveyed more than 6,000 women in the 15 most populous world capitals and New York City to gauge women’s experiences with harassment and violence while riding public transportation.
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The new program, managed by a partnership between the U.S. Department of Transportation and Spelman College, is part of a broader effort, led by the White House, to ensure that federal programs and policies take into account the distinct needs and concerns of women and girls.