We are thrilled to share some highlights from our Youth Peace Initiative (YPI). The YPI was a joint initiative of the ICRD: International Center for Religion & Diplomacy (ICRD) and the Society For Youth focused on training young leaders to become impactful peace builders and change makers. We are thankful to all our leaders, local stakeholders, and partners for making…
SFY is delighted to partner with Beacon House School in supporting the #LIMEPAKISTAN initiative. Together, we’re dedicated to breaking the silence surrounding menstruation, dispelling myths, and fostering a world where women access better hygiene, accurate information, and heightened confidence. Together, we are ensuring that every student has the right to manage their menstrual cycle with dignity and optimal health. “The…
#LIMEPakistan (Leadership in Menstrual Education) is centered around building capacity and infrastructure for MHM in Pakistan. The project aims to train and equip 1000 female instructors with educational resources & Safepad products. The #LIMEPakistan project will have a deep-reaching and long-lasting positive impact. It will lend a strong hand to tackling global issues in an equitable, sustainable way. In Pakistan, it will immediately…
Considering constraints imposed by society, geographic disparity of educational institutions, apprehension for safety during a commute, unavailability of reliable school infrastructure as well as crucial amenities such as sanitation facilities and potable water sources, students may remain absent from academic commitments. The existence of female educators also plays a pivotal role in determining the level of academic accomplishment among girls….
Menstrual health education is imperative rather than mere choice. It is essential to address the significant disparity by contributing towards #LIMEPakistan, an initiative that aims to train 1,000 teachers in providing comprehensive knowledge and assistance regarding menarche for young women. Academic institutions should prioritize allocating sufficient capacity and resources to foster and encourage such crucial discussions. Student well-being is directly affected…
“I had my first period when I was twelve. I was very scared of my first period. I was getting ready to go to school, I thought I got some kind of injury or illness. I told my mother about it and she guided me. I want girls to be guided before their first period so that they don’t have…