Ideaz

 Project Proposal: Women's Safety Smart Jewelry

• Title :  "SafeWear: Discreet Smart Jewelry for Women's Safety"
•  Problem Statement

Women's safety is a serious concern all over the world. A lot of women experience harassment, stalking, or threats, particularly while traveling or commuting alone. Current solutions in the form of mobile safety applications, pepper sprays, or panic buttons in the phone are not ideal: they take time and physical access, which might not be available during real emergencies. The delay makes these devices less effective and exposes women to danger. What is needed is a "discreet, instant-access, and effective safety device" that can be used by women without arousing attention.

• Proposed Solution

The concept is to create"Smart Safety Jewelry"—wearable devices like rings, pendants, or bracelets with concealed SOS features. A simple press or gesture activates the following functionalities:

• Live GPS tracking: with emergency contacts and local authorities.
• Audio/video recording:  for evidence gathering.
• Haptic feedback (vibration):  to acknowledge alert activation.
•  Optional: voice activation ("Help Me!") for hands-free emergency.

 Ride-sharing integration for travel safety.

•  Justification

This approach is more "practical and convenient"than mobile applications since it does away with having to unlock a phone during anxious situations. Jewelry is subtle, ever-present, and acceptable to be worn. Through the integration of technology in clothing, women are made safe without the loss of convenience or style.

• Data Structures / Technologies Used

1. GPS & Cloud Servers → to store and send live location.
2. Hash Tables→ for rapid storage and retrieval of emergency contacts.
3. Graphs→ for associating user's location to the closest police station or help center.
4. IoT with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) → to pair jewelry with smartphones.
5. AI (optional) → for voice recognition ("Help Me" trigger).

•  Expected Outcomes

1.  Women have quicker, more consistent access to assistance in crises.
2.  Families are reassured regarding the safety of loved ones.
3. Faster notification to authorities decreases response times.
4.  Social impact: gives women more self-confidence and autonomy in their daily lives.

One of the most pressing issues in urban and semi-urban areas today is the safety of women during travel. While platforms like Uber and Ola offer convenience, cases of harassment, unsafe driving, and lack of trust in male drivers still remain major concerns. The gap in the current market is the absence of a women-centric mobility platform that prioritizes safety, comfort, and empowerment.

My idea is to develop an app called HerRide, a ride-hailing service exclusively for women, by women. The drivers will be women, offering passengers a safe environment where they don’t have to constantly worry about harassment or judgment. This app not only ensures safer commuting for women but also provides employment opportunities to women in backward and underprivileged areas, who are often excluded from the workforce due to social constraints. Training programs can be integrated to help them with driving skills, basic self-defense, and digital literacy, making them self-reliant.

From a technical perspective, the app will include live GPS tracking, an SOS button linked directly to local police or emergency contacts, and ride-sharing with verified female friends for additional safety. A rating system and strict driver verification process will build trust among users.

The beneficiaries are two-fold: Women commuters – who gain safer, stress-free travel.
                                                 Women drivers – who gain a reliable source of income and financial independence.

This problem matters deeply to me because women’s safety and empowerment are fundamental for progress. If a woman has to think twice before stepping out due to safety concerns, it limits her opportunities in education, work, and personal growth. HerRide bridges this gap by combining safety, empowerment, and technology to create a sustainable impact.