This fear limits womens freedom to travel and feel comfortable in public spaces.

Fortunately, organizations such as the United Nations are working towards solutions for these issues.

And one free app, called SafeUP, is offering an especially practical solution.

A woman walks alone down a city street at night

Heres what you’re free to do with the SafeUP app on your smartphone.

What Is SafeUP?

SafeUP is a personal safety app for women and girls that offers 24/7 real-time assistance to users.

Screenshot of SafeUP app showing main screen of app

Active in dozens of countries around the world,SafeUPis the largest global provider of womens safety.

SafeUP is also a completely free app.

Download:SafeUP foriOS|Android(Free)

How Does SafeUP Work?

Screenshot of SafeUP app showing global community reach

you’re able to instantly see nearby guardians, who are shown with a dark purple shield.

Youll also see fellow SafeUP members, denoted by a light purple flag.

If you feel unsafe at any time, just tap theCall Guardiansbutton.

Screenshot of SafeUP app showing option to add police to safe call

you might choose to make either a video or audio call.

The guardians will support you and remain on the call until you reach your destination and feel safe again.

Of course, you should also communicate with the police if you are in immediate danger.

Screenshot of SafeUP app showing safety checkin function

Who Are SafeUP Call Guardians?

The training program only takes about 15 minutes.

How Else Is SafeUP Supporting Womens Safety?

Screenshot of SafeUP app showing sample phone call with guardians

Businesses volunteer to sign up for theSafeUP SafePlacescheme, and owners and staff receive training and advice.

This unique venture is building an impressive web link of women supporting women to create a safer world.

Its one of many ways technology can be used positively to empower and protect people.

Screenshot of SafeUP app showing menu option to become a guardian

Screenshot of SafeUP app showing introduction to guardian training

Screenshot of SafeUP app showing completed guardian training