“We need services that addresses the shortcomings
of the public transit system.” — DC Resident

With the assistance of volunteers, Collective Action for Safe Spaces (CASS) provides innovative programs to give individuals free and safe ride or walk to their homes.

RightRides, which started in 2004 in New York City, will find a home in Washington, DC with CASS in 2012.  The CASS, RightRides program provides free, safe, and late night ride to women and LGBTQ individuals. We organize volunteer drivers and navigators to operate a fleet of cars donated by a car-sharing program. Driving Teams provide riders with a safe ride home (not to parties or bars), We accept no cash in the car, not even tips.  We do accept donations to keep RightRides DC operational!

Our motto is, “Because Getting Home Safely Shouldn’t Be A Luxury”. We recognize that many women and LGBTQ people do not have the extra funds to take a taxi and walking home or taking public transportation late at night can increase one’s risk of sexual harassment and assault.

To learn more about how RightRides operates in New York City, please click here.  We are always looking for Drivers, Navigators, Dispatchers, and interns to keep RightRides DC going. If you are interested, please fill out this form.

Can you make a donation to support RightRides DC?  Please click the donate button below to make a charitable contribution.