PRODUCT DESIGN
Design systems
SOCIAL IMPACT
Solution
Many women, myself included, have unfortunately experienced feelings of discomfort, vulnerability, and even fear while traveling alone by train. This common and unsettling experience can significantly detract from the joy and freedom of solo travel. My app aims to transform this often-anxious experience into one of empowerment and confidence, offering a much-needed safe and supportive tool specifically designed for female travelers navigating the complexities and potential risks of solo train journeys.
Ideation & Research
The ideation process began with extensive research on safety concerns faced by solo female travelers. Through conversations, surveys, and case studies, I identified key fears and risks, such as:
Unwanted attention from strangers
Lack of immediate access to help in case of discomfort
Inability to share real-time location with trusted contacts
Hesitation in asking co-passengers for support due to social concerns
While numerous safety apps exist, most focus on post-incident reporting rather than proactive safety measures. Additionally, general travel apps lack features specifically designed to address the unique safety challenges women face while traveling alone by train.
This research shaped the core mission of the project: to make travel a joyful and secure experience rather than a stressful one.
My design process
The foundation of this app was built on seamless user experience and quick access to safety tools. Given the high-pressure nature of unsafe situations, I prioritized an intuitive and minimal interaction flow, ensuring that users can get help within seconds.
During the wireframing stage, I outlined essential features that directly address the core safety concerns:
Onboarding & Trusted Contacts: Users can register and add trusted contacts who will receive alerts during their journey.
Real-Time Travel Safety Mode: Once activated, this mode continuously monitors the user’s journey, sending location updates to trusted contacts and allowing users to check nearby safe zones.
Instant SOS Alerts & Community Support: With a single tap, users can send an SOS alert to their emergency contacts and nearby verified female travelers, ensuring rapid assistance in uncomfortable situations.
Safe Companionship Feature: This allows users to connect with fellow female travelers on the same train or find other verified women in the same coach for shared safety and companionship.
Safety and Wellness Tracking: Users can log their travel experiences, track how safe they felt on different routes, and monitor their emotional well-being during trips.
As I progressed through the design phase, I realized that a panic button alone was not enough. The app needed to be proactive rather than reactive—offering prevention mechanisms alongside emergency support. This led to the Safe Companionship feature, allowing women to feel less alone during their journey.
With every iteration, the design evolved to include AI-driven safety recommendations, such as highlighting safer seats, alerting users about suspicious areas, and offering predictive safety tips based on past traveler experiences.
ONBOARDING SCREENS
LOOKING FOR CO-PASSENGERS
Credits
Closing Thoughts
Ridebrave acknowledges the spirit of discovery and the significance of mutual support, with user insights shaping its design. This is positioned against the difficulties of navigating safety worries and potential dangers, culminating in a future-focused, empowering mobile resource.
WORK INVOLVED
Product Design
Design Systems
User Research
Menstrual Health
API integration
Tools
Figma
Balsamiq
Miro
API Integration
team
Design
Ishika Dixit
Motion
Ishika Dixit
Development
Kshitij Sharma
Kshitiz
Gaurang Sharma
Research
Ishika Dixit
Gaurang Sharma
Writing
Ishika Dixit
