Sarah Watson

Editorial Intern — Summer 2021

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.

Articles

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

Sarah Watson
Photo of the COVID-19 vaccine.

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

Sarah Watson
Photo of a garbage truck parked next to a bus shelter that has been converted into a shelter for unhoused residents using blankets.

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

Claudia Levens
Picture shows the exterior of the Holiday Inn on Rhode Island Ave. NW

Winter 2021-22 hypothermia plan submitted for approval

Sarah Watson
A park bench is shown nearly covered in snow

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

Sarah Watson
Mayor Bowser speaking on the Housing For All initiative

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

Sarah Watson
A colorful playground gym complete with multiple slides and climbing apparatuses

DC low-barrier shelters near capacity during heat emergency

Sarah Watson
The sun sets on a hot summer day in DC.

Cooling options limited in DC during summer heat emergency

Claudia Levens

Uncertainty over housing complicates DC’s preparations for hypothermia season

Sarah Watson
Photo of a large snow fall in Washington, DC. Park benches are nearly covered, with only their back visible.

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

Sarah Watson
A skid steer tractor is used to dismantle the encampment