sinergIAndina

sinergIAndina connects disaster victims with volunteers in real time, allowing geolocated needs and efficient, non-duplicated aid using resilient, accessible technology.

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✨ Inspiration

The floods that struck the Venezuelan Andes last week reminded us that nature does not wait, and urgency can arrive at any moment. In the midst of crisis, we saw how technology, instead of being a bridge, often becomes a barrier. We were inspired by the need to connect available help with those who truly need it—instantly and without error. That’s how sinergIAndina was born: a platform that transforms solidarity into coordinated, inclusive, and effective action.

We believe that every emergency is also an opportunity to show the power of community and innovation. When all seems lost, hope can be reborn if we know how to unite and act together.

📚 What we learned

  • Listening is as important as broadcasting. Effective emergency management requires more than just spreading information; it means listening, coordinating, and responding to specific needs.
  • Inclusion and accessibility are non-negotiable. These are not add-ons, but core principles.
  • Community collaboration is powerful. Open, scalable, and culturally adapted technology can truly empower people.

🛠️ How we built it

sinergIAndina was built in just 48 hours during the hackathon, using a modern and robust tech stack:

  • Frontend: React 18 + TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Vite, Zustand, React Router, Leaflet/React Leaflet, Lucide React  
  • Backend & Services: Supabase (PostgreSQL, Auth, Edge Functions, Storage, Real-time), Netlify, Lingo.dev for internationalization  
  • Architecture: Cloud-native, real-time updates, integrated geolocation, distributed storage  
  • Innovations:     - Advanced accessibility system (15+ options, WCAG 2.1 AA compliance)     - Conversational AI assistant (sinergIA) with voice recognition and contextual guides     - Emergency SOS system with geolocation and automatic escalation     - Real-time interactive maps and dynamic evacuation routes     - Gamified volunteer network and smart matching     - Multilingual support and cultural adaptation

The project was developed within 24-48 hours. The initial version presented issues: the context window became saturated, causing the system to freeze. Given this situation, 24 hours after starting, I decided to clone the project and continue working on it to implement improvements. The initial version is available at the following link: https://clever-profiterole-4c82d2.netlify.app, and this one was also built using Bolt.

⚡ Challenges we faced

The biggest challenge was designing a system that not only informs, but truly coordinates help and avoids duplication of efforts—all in real time. Creating an accessible and multicultural experience in such a short time was both a technical and design challenge. Ensuring the platform’s robustness and scalability was also key: in an emergency, there is no room for error.

🌱 Impact and Vision

sinergIAndina aims to reduce emergency response times from 45–60 minutes to just 5–15 minutes, increasing survival rates and empowering communities. Its model is globally replicable, with an open API and scalable architecture. Beyond technology, it is an ecosystem of hope and resilience, where solidarity becomes action and social innovation transforms lives.

"Solidarity that grows, resilience that endure" is not just a motto; it is our promise that technology, when developed with purpose and heart, can be the most powerful tool to build a safer and more humane world.

Built With

  • and
  • authentication
  • distributed-storage
  • drappier-(notification-and-messaging-management).-architecture:-cloud-native
  • edge-functions
  • integrated-geolocation.-accessibility:-advanced-widget-with-over-15-options
  • javascript
  • leaflet/react-leaflet
  • lingo.dev-(internationalization-&-localization).-databases:-postgresql-(via-supabase).-apis-&-integrations:-openstreetmap-(interactive-maps)
  • lingo.dev-(translation-and-localization)
  • lingotip-translation
  • lucide-react.-platforms-&-cloud-services:-supabase-(backend-as-a-service:-postgresql
  • multicultural
  • multilingual
  • netlify-(deployment-&-cdn)
  • react-router
  • real-time-updates
  • real-time-updates)
  • sinergia-(conversational-ai-assistant)
  • storage
  • supabase-(backend-services-and-authentication)
  • tailwind-css
  • typescript
  • wcag-2.1-aa-compliance.-other:-gamified-volunteer-network
  • zustand
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Updates

posted an update —

sinergIAndina Project Update

July 2025

New Features & Improvements

  • Real-Time Interactive Maps:
    Users can now see live updates of emergencies, available resources, and evacuation routes directly on the map.

  • AI Conversational Assistant (sinergIA):
    A multilingual AI chatbot is now integrated to guide users through emergency situations and answer questions 24/7.

  • Accessibility Widget:
    Added a floating accessibility widget with over 15 options, including screen reader support, high-contrast mode, and dynamic font sizing.

  • Gamified Volunteer Network:
    Volunteers can now earn badges and certifications for their contributions, with smart matching for urgent needs.

  • Multilingual Support:
    The platform is now available in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, with more languages coming soon.

Screenshots

sinergIAndina Dashboard Live Map View

Code Snippet

// Example: Real-time update subscription with Supabase
const { data: emergencies, error } = await supabase
  .from('emergencies')
  .on('INSERT', payload => {
    updateMap(payload.new);
  })
  .subscribe();

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