Menstrual Hygiene and Reproductive Health Training
Promoting dignity, confidence, and education for adolescent girls
Our program addresses a critical barrier to education by providing resources and education to ensure girls don't miss school during their periods.
About Our Menstrual Hygiene and Reproductive Health Training
We promote dignity and confidence among adolescent girls by integrating menstrual hygiene education with our education programs. We run menstrual pad-making workshops and provide health information to reduce school absenteeism.
This program addresses a critical barrier to education for girls in rural communities, where lack of access to menstrual products and education can lead to missed school days and decreased academic performance.
Did you know? Many girls in rural Uganda miss up to 20% of the school year due to inadequate menstrual hygiene management resources and education.
Program Elements
Education
Age-appropriate education about menstrual health, hygiene, and reproductive health for girls and boys.
Skills Development
Workshops teaching girls how to make reusable menstrual pads from locally available materials.
Resources
Distribution of hygiene kits containing reusable pads, soap, and educational materials.
Impact of Our Menstrual Hygiene and Reproductive Health Training
Girls Educated
Reduced Absenteeism
Partner Schools
Success Story
"After learning how to make my own reusable pads and understanding that menstruation is a normal part of life, I no longer miss school during my period. I've even taught other girls in my community how to make pads!" — Grace, Grade 7 Student
What Teachers Are Saying
"Before this program, we lost many girl Learners during their menstrual cycles. Now, attendance has improved significantly, and girls are more confident in class."
Ms. Margaret
Teacher,
"The program has changed how our community views menstruation. Parents are now more supportive of their daughters' education, understanding that periods shouldn't be a barrier to learning."
Mr. Joseph
Headmaster,
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