Menstrual Health Promotion Initiative

Our Menstrual Health Promotion Initiative aims to equip young girls and their families with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage menstrual health effectively. Many female students drop out of school due to a lack of access to proper sanitary products, and this program seeks to address that gap by providing hands-on training, education, and sustainable solutions. Through community engagement, the initiative fosters awareness, reduces stigma, and empowers students with practical skills that promote hygiene, health, and economic opportunities.

The initiative operates through structured, hands-on training sessions conducted in rural communities, particularly in partner schools and local villages. Led by our program manager Janet Mbabazi and director and treasurer Beatrice Nabitiri, these sessions teach participants to create reusable menstrual pads—first by hand and then using sewing machines. The training is designed to be inclusive, incorporating both young girls and mothers to ensure that menstrual health education reaches entire households and communities.

Each session begins with an educational discussion on the importance of proper menstrual hygiene, highlighting health risks such as infections that arise from poor menstrual practices. Training sessions are held monthly in participating villages, including Bukhabusi, Maala, and Musiye. As participants gain proficiency, they contribute to teaching new learners, fostering a sustainable cycle of education and skill-sharing. Additionally, plans are underway to establish pop-up markets where reusable pads can be sold, providing community members with an additional source of income.

Through this initiative, we are not only addressing immediate menstrual health challenges but also equipping communities with long-term solutions to support the education and well-being of young girls throughout the community.