Many adolescent girls and young women continue to face challenges oh how to manage their menstrual period. They have limited menstrual products and services and as well cut up with the taboos and nights from the society. This challenges make it difficult for these girls and women to accept/ appreciate the beauty of menstruation in their lives.&nbsp;

Consequently, we organised a focus group discussion with some adolescent girls, young women and community leaders to discuss and better understand what these women and girls are going through during menstruation.&nbsp;

We call on other stakeholders to support us produce more reusable menstrual pad and other products so that we can distribute to thesee&nbsp;

Africa

Reusable pad for Sustainable Menstrual Hygiene.

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