Yume: Safe & Independent Mobility for Kids
Yume is a transportation solutions that reduce family stress while safely fostering children’s independent mobility in 2025.
Context
Yume is a speculative design project exploring safe, autonomous transport for children and teenagers. Developed with two other designers, it was mentored by six industry specialists from Apple, SAP, UCSF, and Waymo, with ongoing guidance from a jury member who now leads Google Gemini (formerly at Waymo and Zoox).
My role
I defined the service blueprint, mapped user journeys, and designed the UI for kids, teens, and parents. I also worked on prototyping and refined designs with mentor feedback.
Team
Priya Chandra
Sayya Dushnabeive
Spencer
Timeline
Jun - Aug 2025
Problem Identification
Children’s independence has declined sharply, from 61% in 1991 to 32% in 2012.
Parents want their children to be independent, but they worry about safety, trust, and practical challenges. They’re concerned about traffic, limited infrastructure, a child’s readiness. Current ride-sharing and mobility solutions don’t address these issues, leaving a gap in safe, age-appropriate independent travel.
Project Outcome
Yume reimagines autonomous mobility with:
Child-first design: playful, age-appropriate UI.
Parental assurance: real-time monitoring, approvals, and trip alerts.
Trust protocols: verified pickups and secure identity flows.
Adaptive growth: experiences that evolve as users transition from children to teenagers.
HMW
How might we create transportation solutions that reduce family stress while safely fostering children’s independent mobility?
Our main goals
We aim to provide a reliable, safe solution that will make life easier for parents.
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We aim to provide a solution that will grow with kids and teens.
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Designing AI Agent - JBTD framework for all stages
Aspirational Job (goal)
Children / Teens
Travel safely and independently.
Build confidence and autonomy in mobility.
Explore new places and experiences.
Stay connected with parents/guardians without feeling restricted.
Parents/Guardians
Ensure child’s safety and well-being.
Monitor trips with peace of mind.
Facilitate independence without constant oversight.
Big Job (major stages of yume)
Children / Teens
Plan a trip (teens)
Prepare & start the journey
Travel safely
Arrive & confirm arrival
Communicate or request help if needed
Parents/Guardians
Plan a Trip (children 10-14)
Approve or schedule trips
Mark safety zones
Monitor journey
Respond to alerts or exceptions
Reflect & adjust safety settings
Little Jobs (steps within each stage)
Children / Teens
Parents/Guardians
Plan a trip (teens)
Set destination.
Check travel time and schedule.
Ensure destination is pre-approved or safe.
Request parental approval (if needed).
Prepare & Start Journey
Unlock/start vehicle using PIN and finger scan
Confirm route & estimated travel time.
Travel Safely
Follow traffic rules & safety guidelines.
Use navigation prompts if necessary.
Avoid hazards and unexpected detours.
Arrive & Confirm Arrival
Notify parents/guardians of arrival.
Check in via the app if required.
Communicate or Request Help
Send SOS/emergency alert if needed.
Communicate ETA updates.
Plan a trip (teens)
Set destination.
Check travel time and schedule.
Request parental approval (if needed).
Approve or Schedule Trips
Review child’s planned trip.
Approve/modify destination or time.
Set safety zones and rules (geofencing, speed limits, etc.).
Monitor Journey
Track child’s location in real-time.
Receive notifications for deviations or delays.
Respond to Alerts
Intervene if child requests help.
Contact child for psychological relief
Contact emergency services if necessary.
Reflect & Adjust
Review past trips for safety and performance.
Update permissions or safety rules.
Micro Jobs (Concrete Tasks)
Children / Teens
Scan ID or login to start the journey.
Choose destination from approved list.
Input estimated arrival time.
Receive navigation guidance.
Confirm arrival with a button tap.
Send SOS or alert messages.
Parents/Guardians
Schedule the trips for children
Approve trips via notification.
Track child’s location in real-time map.
Receive alerts for delays or emergencies.
Adjust permissions and safety rules.
Human In Loop Jobs
Trip Approval: Parent or guardian confirms trip.
Emergency Alerts: Human response required for SOS or deviation.
Monitoring: Parents/guardians receive automated updates but intervene manually if needed.
Operator Support: Yume support team can intervene in unusual situations (vehicle breakdown, accident).
Presenting : Yume Experience Overview
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Setting up safety zones, either precise or radial
Maya
Select area to mark it as safe or unsafe zones
Safe zones
Unsafe zones
Search Maps
Saved Locations
The Dahlia School
1245 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94158
Home
290 m away, near ulica Krasnoarmejska
Zones
9:41
The Yume AI Agent helps manage Maya's schedule
Maya
Select area to mark it as safe or unsafe zones
Safe zones
Unsafe zones
Search Maps
Saved Locations
The Dahlia School
1245 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94158
Home
290 m away, near ulica Krasnoarmejska
Zones
9:41
9:41
Hello,
Laura
Yume is on the way to pick Maya
ETA : 04 mins
Wednesday
06 Aug 2025
Laura
7 AM
8 AM
9 AM
11 AM
10 AM
9 AM
Maya’s singing class
1011 Shotwell St
Pasta making session
1090 Dr Maya Angelou
Time for Maya’s singing class
Trip details:
Yume number :
ABC0123
ETA :
40 mins
Destination :
1011 Shotwell St
Show route
Approve Yume
Deny, change of plans
Face scan / PIN or secure verification
Notifications and tracking keep the parent informed
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Mon 10 NYC 12:41 AM
Arriving in 3 minutes
ABC0123
145 Hoopers St
80 Crestline Dr
Live In-Car & Outside Cameras
Inside camera stays blurred for privacy until interaction is chosen
Hello,
Laura
Maya is currently on her way to violin class
ETA : 04 mins
Live
Inside car
Outside car
The in-car video is private and shown only on a call or in an emergency.
Future world with Yume
Dedicated pick-up/drop-off zones
The infrastructure now supports safe and convenient boarding for
children (10-14) and teens.
Shared mobility & social growth
Yume enables kids to travel with friends or approved peers, fostering social interaction and confidence.
Growing independence
More teenagers and children can explore safely, gaining new opportunities and life skills.
Economic & inclusive
Shared rides make the system cost-effective and allow children to meet new people.
Open to new ideas, good conversations, and even better coffee.
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