DoyDas: The Solidarity App for Neighborhood Collaboration in Rural Areas
DoyDas is an innovative mobile application, 100% free and without ads, designed to promote solidarity and neighborhood collaboration in the rural towns of emptied Spain. Available exclusively in Spain, it is initially aimed at residents of the Cintora Community in Soria (El Royo, Derroñadas, Langosto, Hinojosa de los Nabos, Vilviestre and Sotillo del Ricón), including those with ties to Barcelona, Madrid, Zaragoza and Bilbao.
DoyDas allows registered users to offer and request help in various facets of rural daily life in an altruistic manner, strengthening community ties and encouraging mutual support. No economic exchange for the services is permitted, and the terms of use prohibit the publication of inappropriate content.
Main Features:
1. Request a Hand:
Users can ask for help with tasks such as sewing, cooking, small repairs, educational support, closing the digital divide or assistance with administrative tasks.
2. Mobility:
It makes it easier to share short trips to carry out errands in the city of Soria, such as visits to the office, postal procedures, purchases at the pharmacy or visits to the veterinarian.
3. Loan of Utensils:
Neighbors can request and lend tools and utensils free of charge and for a limited time, covering specific needs without the need for a purchase.
4. Shared Services:
Organize efficient collective actions such as the joint purchase of diesel or the coordination of professional services (cleaning, plumbers, painters) in several houses in the town on the same day, optimizing resources and costs.
5. Plank:
A space for short announcements where users can publish needs, offers and other information of community interest.
Privacy & Security:
DoyDas requires registration to ensure a safe and respectful environment. The first contact between users is made only through email, maintaining confidentiality. Users can easily leave the platform if they wish.
Institutional Support:
DoyDas is an initiative of the Cintora Community Cultural Association, financed by the Tragsa Group through its II Call for National Solidarity Projects. The project includes the obligation to display the Tragsa logo in all dissemination activities. The El Royo City Council has also supported the grant application, demonstrating its commitment to community well-being and the sustainable development of rural areas.
Commitment:
DoyDas is committed to offering a secure platform free of offensive content, in full compliance with laws and regulations. As a social responsibility project, its main objective is to facilitate mutual aid and support between neighbors in rural areas, improving the quality of life in emptied Spain. The vision is to extend its use to different rural communities, replicating the success in other regions and strengthening the social fabric.
Conclusion:
DoyDas is a vital tool for revitalizing community life in rural towns in Spain. Through its functionalities, it encourages cooperation, improves the quality of life and strengthens ties between neighbors. With the support of Tragsa and the El Royo City Council, DoyDas demonstrates how technology can be used for the common good, overcoming challenges and creating a more supportive future for rural communities.