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Menstrual Empowerment Initiative

place Ghana

Training girls on how to make reusable pads.

Menstrual Empowerment Initiative is addressing the urgent problem of period poverty and misinformation that leaves many girls ashamed, unprepared, and missing out on school. We provide practical menstrual health education, safe spaces for learning, and access to essential supplies. Our solution empowers girls with knowledge, confidence, and dignity ensuring that a natural part of life never become

Overview

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Updated December 2025
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2025

Established

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Students basic
Target group
Through the Menstrual Empowerment Initiative, we hope to see an education system where no girl is held back, embarrassed, or absent from school because of her period. We want schools to become safe, supportive spaces where menstrual health is openly taught, understood, and respected. Our goal is for girls to stay in class with confidence, participate fully, and know that their bodies are natural

About the innovation

Why did you create this innovation?

Menstrual Empowerment Initiative is a community-driven project that helps girls understand their periods, access the hygiene products they need, and feel confident not ashamed—about their bodies. We address period poverty, break harmful myths, and create safe learning spaces where girls can ask questions, gain knowledge, and receive support. Our innovation is about giving every girl dignity, education, and the freedom to live her life without barriers caused by menstruation.

What does your innovation look like in practice?

In practice, Menstrual Empowerment Initiative works directly in schools and communities to create real change in girls’ lives.
We organize interactive menstrual health workshops where girls learn about their bodies, hygiene, and how to manage their periods safely and confidently. We distribute essential sanitary products to those who cannot afford them, ensuring no girl misses school because of her period. Our team also trains peer educators girls who become leaders and sources of support in their own schools.
Alongside this, we engage parents, teachers, and community leaders to break myths, promote understanding, and create an environment where menstruation is treated as normal, not shameful. Everything we do is hands-on, practical, and built to empower girls with dignity and knowledge.

How has it been spreading?

Menstrual Empowerment Initiative has been growing through community engagement, school partnerships, and the impact of the girls we empower.
Word-of-mouth has played a big role students, teachers, and parents share their positive experiences, which opens doors to new schools and communities. Our outreach activities, social media updates, and visible results have also helped attract volunteers, supporters, and organizations that want to collaborate.
Because the initiative brings practical change and builds trust, more schools invite us in, more girls participate, and more community leaders get involved. This steady, organic growth is helping the initiative expand its reach and impact across different communities.

How have you modified or added to your innovation?

We’ve continued to strengthen the Menstrual Empowerment Initiative by adding new components based on the needs we see in the communities.
We introduced peer-education training so girls can support one another even after our sessions. We’ve also added reusable pad demonstrations, helping girls access affordable and sustainable options. To reach more people, we created short awareness messages and community dialogues that involve parents and local leaders. These additions make the initiative more practical, more inclusive, and more effective in creating lasting change

If I want to try it, what should I do?

If you want to try or experience the Menstrual Empowerment Initiative, it’s simple.
You can start by joining one of our school or community workshops, where we teach menstrual health, answer questions, and share practical guidance. If you’re a school, youth group, or community leader, you can invite our team to run a session for your girls. We also welcome volunteers who want to learn, contribute, or support outreach activities.
Just reach out, attend a session, or partner with us you’ll easily see how the initiative works and the impact it makes.

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Implementation steps

Girls and young women in deprived communities
1. Identify Your Group
Choose the school, club, or community group you want to start with. Gather the girls or young people who will participate.
2. Arrange a Safe Learning Space
Provide a private, comfortable area where girls can talk openly, ask questions, and learn without judgment.
3. Use the Menstrual Health Education Materials
Share the basics of menstrual health: understanding the menstrual cycle, how to manage hygiene, and how to handle pain or discomfort. Use simple explanations and vis