WOMANISM | Devpost

OUR HOMEPAGE
PERIOD HEALTH SECTION
MENTAL WELLNESS SECTION
OUR SAFETY CENTER
OUR ABOUT PAGE

Inspiration

“Womanism was born from a simple truth: too many women suffer in silence. In cities, they juggle health, stress and safety. In villages, they often lack even the basic knowledge about their own bodies. we created Womanism as an all-in-one platform to change that—combining period tracking, mental health support and safety tools into one safe space. But more than features, it’s about dignity. It’s about the young girl in a rural area who finally understands her period isn’t shameful, the mother who feels seen in her struggles and the woman who knows she’s not alone, no matter where she lives. Womanism isn’t just technology—it’s hope, empowerment and a step toward a world where every woman, everywhere, has the right to wellness and safety.”

What it does

“Womanism is an all-in-one wellness platform built to support women’s health, mind and safety. It tracks periods and symptoms, guides mental wellness with journaling, mood logs and grounding or breathing exercises and ensures safety with SOS alerts, live location sharing and directions to the nearest hospital or police station. But what truly sets it apart is education. Womanism teaches women—especially in rural areas—that periods are not a taboo, showing them what products or even cloth to use safely. And because access matters, it offers this education in both English and Hindi, so no woman is left behind. Womanism is more than an app—it is a companion, breaking silence, spreading knowledge and empowering women to live healthier, safer, and freer lives.”

How we built it

“We built Womanism with a diverse tech stack and strong collaboration tools. The frontend was developed using HTML, CSS and JavaScript for an intuitive interface, while Python and Java powered the backend logic. We integrated APIs for live location sharing, SOS alerts and directions to the nearest hospital or police station. To support teamwork and version control, we used Git and GitHub extensively. Bolt was also used to speed up development and ensure seamless integrations. Beyond code, we relied on books, online resources, and real-life stories for inspiration, ensuring the app reflects both technical strength and lived experiences. Womanism is not just built with technology, but with empathy and innovation combined.”

Challenges we ran into

API Integration: Connecting live location services and SOS alerts was complex—we had to troubleshoot delays and accuracy issues. Data Privacy: Since we deal with sensitive health data, ensuring secure storage and protection was a major challenge. Language Accessibility: Making content available in both English and Hindi required extra effort in translation and cultural sensitivity. User Experience: Balancing multiple features (tracking, journaling, safety tools) while keeping the app simple and user-friendly was tricky. Time & Resources: As a team, we relied on books, online resources, and trial-and-error to overcome technical gaps. Taboo Barrier: Creating educational content around menstruation meant addressing stigma and ensuring it was approachable and respectful. “Every challenge became a lesson and overcoming them shaped Womanism into a stronger, more inclusive platform.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Impact First: We’re proud that Womanism goes beyond just being an app—it educates rural women about period health, breaking taboos in both English and Hindi.

All-in-One Solution: We combined period tracking, mental wellness tools, journaling, grounding exercises and safety features like SOS alerts and hospital/police locators into one platform.

Tech + Heart: We built it using APIs, Python, Java, Bolt, Git/GitHub and more—but also drew from books, resources and lived experiences to make it meaningful.

Team Resilience: Despite challenges, we collaborated, learned on the go, and turned obstacles into learning opportunities.

Empowerment: Most of all, we’re proud that Womanism empowers women—whether in cities or villages—to feel safe, informed, and in control of their health.

What we learned

Through building Womanism, we learned that technology alone isn’t enough—it’s about creating with empathy. We gained hands-on experience with APIs, Python, Java, Bolt and Git/GitHub, but more importantly, we learned how to turn limited resources into solutions, work as a team under pressure and design with inclusivity in mind. Most of all, we discovered that innovation means breaking barriers and giving women the dignity, safety and knowledge they deserve.”

What's next for

“Next, we aim to scale Womanism by refining the user experience, adding more regional languages and expanding our educational resources so every woman—urban or rural—has access to accurate health information. We plan to integrate AI for smarter cycle predictions, partner with NGOs and health organizations to reach rural communities and strengthen our safety features with faster emergency responses. Our vision is to take Womanism from an app to a global movement, ensuring women everywhere feel informed, safe, and empowered.”