Health
Menstrual health & hygiene programme
In South Africa, menstrual health and hygiene is a leading cause behind girls’ absenteeism in school. Our programme promotes dignity, health, and education so girls remain in school and empowered.
About this programme
In South Africa, menstrual health and hygiene (MHH) is a leading cause behind girls’ absenteeism in school and educational situations. Girls can miss up to five days per month due to a lack of resources.
Our Menstrual Health and Hygiene Programme promotes dignity, health, and education — helping ensure girls remain in school and are empowered to manage their health with dignity and confidence.
of girls in South Africa miss school while on their period.
can be missed per month due to a lack of menstrual health resources.
The programme promotes dignity, health, and education through
Awareness campaigns
Menstrual health education
Distribution of menstrual products
Community conversations that reduce stigma
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Moments from the programme
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Help keep girls in school, with dignity.
Your support funds menstrual products, education, and awareness campaigns that reduce stigma and absenteeism.
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