Sarah Watson

Editorial Intern — Summer 2021
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Sarah is an undergraduate at Georgetown University studying Regional and Comparative Studies, Persian, and global religions. She is interested in D.C. issues such as statehood and healthcare, as well as global politics and journalism. Outside of classes, she loves spending times outdoors hiking or rock climbing.

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• City program employs homeless people to help promote vaccinations in shelters and on the streets

• Encampment cleanup at 7th and P St NW bus shelter sparks debate over public space

• PEP-V is scheduled to conclude next month, but advocates are fighting to make the program permanent

• Winter 2021-22 hypothermia plan submitted for approval

• Bowser’s office announces Homeward D.C. 2.0 with revamped goals toward ending homelessness

• Playtime Project expands to bring fun and support to homeless families in Prince George’s County

• DC low-barrier shelters near capacity during heat emergency

• Cooling options limited in DC during summer heat emergency

• Uncertainty over housing complicates DC’s preparations for hypothermia season

• DC removes Q St encampment while Ward 5 residents wait for more affordable housing

• June 8 Dupont encampment cleanup downgraded to trash-only following criticism from activists

• Millions in rent and utility relief still available through STAY DC