Citizen is a mobile application that provides real-time 911 alerts and incident updates, enabling users to stay informed about safety threats in their vicinity. By connecting individuals with live incident reports and crisis responders, Citizen enhances community awareness and personal safety during emergencies.
Funding
$144M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional methods of staying informed about local safety incidents rely on delayed news reports or word-of-mouth, leaving individuals unaware of immediate threats in their vicinity. This lack of real-time information can hinder proactive safety measures and delay appropriate responses during emergencies.
Solution
Citizen is a mobile application that delivers real-time, location-based safety alerts and incident reporting, empowering users to make informed decisions and enhance their personal security. By aggregating 911 dispatches, user reports, and live video streams, Citizen provides immediate awareness of nearby incidents, ranging from robberies and fires to traffic accidents and missing persons. The platform fosters community collaboration by enabling users to share updates, contribute live video, and communicate about unfolding events, creating a network of informed individuals who can assist each other during critical situations. Citizen aims to bridge the information gap between emergency services and the public, promoting transparency and enabling faster, more effective responses to local safety concerns.
Target Audience
Citizen primarily targets individuals concerned about personal safety and community awareness, including urban residents, parents, students, and anyone seeking real-time information about local incidents.
Features
- Real-time, location-based alerts for 911 incidents and user-reported events
- Live video streaming from the scene of incidents, providing visual context and situational awareness
- User reporting functionality to share information about unfolding events and potential safety threats
- Incident mapping with detailed information, including location, time, and type of event
- Community discussion forums for users to share updates, offer assistance, and coordinate responses
- Safety tracking features to monitor the location of friends and family members