The Washington Informer to Host ‘Waymo in the District: A Safe & Accessible Future’

WASHINGTON — Will people in the District soon be able to hail a Waymo, the world’s leading fully autonomous ride-hailing service? The Washington Informer, the multimedia news organization serving African Americans for over 60 years, will host an exclusive community dialogue and presentation to discuss “Waymo in the District: A Safe & Accessible Future.”

Councilmember Charles Allen, Chair of the Council’s Committee on Transportation and the Environment, has introduced legislation to allow the commercial deployment of autonomous vehicles (AVs) offering rideshare services in the District.

Denise Rolark Barnes, Publisher of The Washington Informer, will serve as moderator for the event and says, “The future of transportation is indeed here and it’s vital that D.C. be part of this important conversation. We look forward to discussing the important issues around autonomous vehicles in keeping with The Informer’s tradition of educating, empowering and informing our community.”

WHAT:

This event will highlight how autonomous driving technology can safely serve underrepresented communities, enhance safety for pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, and passengers and support economic growth.

WHO:

D.C. Councilmember Charles Allen (Ward 6) and Chairperson, Committee on Transportation and the Environment, will deliver remarks.

Councilmember Allen’s remarks will be followed by a panel discussion on the future of autonomous vehicles in the District, featuring Waymo and local leaders working to advance transportation innovation in D.C.:

Tiffany Moore, Head of Federal Policy & Government Affairs at Waymo

Anwar Saleem, Founder and CEO of H Street Main Street

Denise Rolark Barnes, Publisher of The Washington Informer, will serve as moderator

WHEN:

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

6:00 p.m.: Doors open

6:30 p.m.: Panel discussion, followed by a networking reception with beverages, hors d’oeuvres, and a Waymo vehicle display

WHERE:

Atlas Performing Arts Center

1333 H St., NE

Washington, D.C.

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