This presentation discusses the importance of safety in urban planning, particularly in public spaces, and highlights the challenges faced by marginalized groups, especially women, in feeling safe in public areas. To address this issue, the SafoMeter methodology is introduced, which is a framework for assessing safety in public spaces, considering both objective and subjective indicators.The objective indicators focus on urban fabric and accessibility, taking into account the physical components of the built environment that influence feelings of safety. Subjective indicators assess emotional safety, considering threats and comfort levels experienced by individuals in public spaces. The methodology was applied in Prishtina, the capital city of Kosovo, collecting data over three months using mobile applications and geographic information systems (GIS) tools.The results of the SafoMeter assessment reveal a need for intervention in Prishtina's public spaces to improve safety, particularly in parks and green areas. The study emphasizes the importance of ongoing data collection and the involvement of citizens in evaluating safety indicators. The data collected through SafoMeter will be made available through a web-based platform, promoting open-source knowledge sharing and encouraging further studies and interventions in other cities facing similar challenges. |