Uber Boosts Cook County Sheriff’s Office Efforts to Help Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking Survivors Access Food and Transportation
Uber Boosts Cook County Sheriff’s Office Efforts to Help Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking Survivors Access Food and Transportation (Cook County, IL) — Today, Uber announced the continuation of a critical partnership with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office to support transportation and grocery delivery service needs for domestic violence and human trafficking survivors receiving assistance through the Sheriff’s Office.
Uber will grant credits for access to free transportation and grocery deliveries for individuals receiving assistance through the Sheriff’s Office. The access to transportation provided by this partnership will help these individuals independently seek counseling and employment, shelter, medical care, and necessities.
“You just have to look at the numbers to see this partnership with Uber is making a critical difference,” Sheriff Thomas J. Dart said. ”Hundreds of rides and meals provided to victims completely in crisis, in about a year’s time.”
Transportation is a critical need for survivors of violence. Approximately 90% of human trafficking and domestic violence survivors helped by the Sheriff’s Office do not have access to a vehicle. The Uber credits will be provided by Sheriff staff based on need.
Julia Paige, Head of Global Social Impact at Uber added, “We are honored to continue our partnership with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office as we support survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence. Through Uber’s Access Fund, we will help survivors relocate, travel to and from safe places, and connect with the support services they need to find safety and rebuild their lives. We are committed to supporting this impactful initiative and proud to stand alongside the Sheriff’s Office as they provide essential resources and support to those in need.”
Uber first started the partnership in 2023 through Uber’s Access Fund.
Uber Boosts Cook County Sheriff’s Office Efforts to Help Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking Survivors Access Food and Transportation
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