The sessions focused on creating a candid and safe environment where students could openly speak about their experiences of Menstrual health. This session also stressed upon the negative effects of improper menstrual health that can cause infections and also harm the environment. Furthermore, it highlighted genuine and responsible health care practices that are crucial to adopt for health and well-being of women.Many girls are dealing with popular myths and taboos that prevent them from obtaining information regarding proper menstrual care.

#SocietyForYouth is quite intentional in fostering grassroots relationships, especially around subjects and communities that have traditionally been neglected. The #40In4Campaign is specially focused on not only cultivating these important relationships, but also promoting indigenous leadership capacity strengthening.

Thank you to Principal Gateway School Ma’am Fatima for her support in helping us raise awareness around menstrual health. Thank you to SFY leader Zainab Hamayun for leading these critical and sensitive conversations.