B.Muun, is an app 2

B.MUUN is an app designed to improve women’s safety by providing a platform where users can report concerns and help each other navigate safely to their destinations. It also offers a network of ‘Puntos B.MUUN’, certified physical places where women can seek refuge if they feel unsafe.

Contextual Characteristics

No information available

Objectives

The app is aimed at improving women’s safety and fostering a supportive community to address concerns about harassment and insecurity in public spaces.
Enhance personal safety
Create a safe network
Raise awareness and collaboration
Empowering women
Combating street harassment

Description

B.MUUN is an innovative app designed to improve women’s safety and combat street harassment through community-driven tools and support networks. The app provides an easy-to-use platform for women to report safety concerns and share real-time updates, helping others navigate safer routes to their destinations. This crowdsourced data creates a dynamic map of safe routes, encouraging collective vigilance.

A key feature is the Puntos B.MUUN network’s certified physical locations, such as trained businesses, where women can seek assistance if they feel unsafe. These points serve as safe havens and provide immediate support in moments of need. The app also works with value-aligned partners, including businesses and online services, to promote resources and awareness within the community.

B.MUUN’s approach is unique in its dual focus on digital tools and real-world safety measures. By integrating technology with trusted physical spaces, the app bridges the gap between virtual safety and tangible support. Its mission is to create a safer, more connected environment for women, empowering them to navigate public spaces with confidence and peace of mind.
The main pillars of the IAP were:
Implementation of a collaborative process to promote security and safety in public spaces.
Involvement of the population in the identification of problems and intervention in the public environment. The ULG members, were asked to take part in “serious games”, during which participants were invited to discuss, identify problems, and find joint solutions to improve urban security in the city, elaborating proposals for urban planning.
Use of the method CPTED – Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.

Stakeholders Involved

Citizens

Social Innovation & Methodology

The innovative aspect of the B.MUUN app is its community-driven approach to women’s safety.
The app enables women to share real-time safety information, allowing users to choose safer routes based on shared reports. This peer-supported model creates a dynamic map of safety.
Physical locations, such as shops, are trained to provide assistance to women in distress. This concept extends safety measures into the physical world, bridging digital and real-life support.
The app works with businesses and professionals who share its commitment to women’s safety, providing a space for visibility and resource sharing within the community.
Unlike general safety apps, B.MUUN specifically targets street harassment and insecurity faced by women, addressing an often overlooked issue.

Innovative Elements

(Same as Social Innovation rationale)

Outcomes and Impact

As the APP is under development, no information available

Limitations

No information available

Sustainability

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