MARIAM, TAIF, MARYAM, AND HAJER'S IDEA - Empowering Emirati Women to Travel Safely
In one sentence, tell us about your idea.
The idea is to help Emirati women travel independently or in groups, ensuring safety and delivering the best travel experiences tailored to their needs.
Finish this sentence: My ideal collaborative partner or partners would be...
My ideal collaborative partners would be Etihad Airways, as they can help provide tailored travel options for women.
In regards to finding the right collaborator, what is the most immediate or most pressing challenge you're facing right now?
The most pressing challenge is the lack of sufficient information about solo travel for Arab women, as it is uncommon in the region.
BONUS QUESTION: What is it about your idea that makes you feel good?
It feels good to create opportunities for Emirati women to travel abroad and experience the world independently.
At Sigmund, we are interested in ideas at the intersection of People, Planet, and Profit. How does your idea support these three categories?
People: The idea helps break gender inequality by enabling women to travel independently.
Planet: Promotes sustainable travel options.
Profit: Bulk purchasing of packages allows discounted offerings to clients.
What makes your idea innovative? Why has no one ever done it before?
This is innovative because it focuses on women-only travel groups or apps, a rare initiative that addresses the cultural barriers Arab women face while traveling alone, offering discounts and tailored opportunities.
How far does your idea reach?
Local.
Who will benefit the most from your idea?
Emirati women aged 20-50.
Ideally, when would you launch this idea?
In a few months.
Making the world a better place can seem daunting. At Sigmund, we have found this list of UN Goals to be a great compass. What UN goals would you say your idea relates to?
Reduced Inequality
Gender Equality