The 'REYETS' app is a tool for helping to increase accountability, safety and knowledge related to police brutality, which could help to protect civil rights and more.
The app will provide guidance to users to help them feel more informed and understand how to assert their rights when encountering the police. Users can also report incidents, get help and even record what they are experiencing or witnessing to increase accountability. The app won't share information collected with law enforcement for enhanced peace of mind amongst users.
The 'REYETS' app is powered by community and will connect users to like-minded individuals as well as organizations. Recognized as a World Changing Idea by Fast Company, the app is supported by MIT and the BMW Foundation.
What's Driving This Trend
- Police Brutality Prevention
- Developing a platform that empowers individuals to prevent police brutality and assert their rights against it.
- Community-driven Accountability
- Implementing accountability mechanisms for law enforcement through a community-driven platform that fosters conversations and awareness.
- Social Justice Networking
- Creating a network of like-minded individuals and organizations for increased social justice advocacy and impact.
Who This Affects Most
- Civic Technology
- Using technology to enhance civic engagement and accountability in law enforcement.
- Social Networking
- Expanding social networking to promote social justice conversations and create a safe community for people to share their experiences.
- Public Safety
- Dedicating technology to promoting public safety and reducing incidents of police brutality.
