Our mission
Changing the Narrative
Through dialogue and consultation, we are learning how different societies understand menstruation.
What's all the fuss about?
Our Goals
Leveling the playing field
Studies show that girls in underserved areas in Sub-Saharan Africa miss up to 20% of school each year due to period poverty, leading to significantly high school dropouts, thereby perpetuating cycles of poverty, inequality and reduced economic opportunities for both women and girls.
Poor water supply, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) infrastructure exacerbates the problem. Toilets that are unsafe or lack privacy or doors (common with Blair toilets in rural areas) make girls vulnerable to sexual violence, including rape, especially during menstruation, when they need to visit the toilet more often.
The cultural stigma surrounding menstruation silences open discussion, perpetuating ignorance and discrimination. Addressing period poverty is crucial to breaking this cycle and ensuring health, education, and dignity for millions of vulnerable women and girls.