I created Pads for Progress because I started noticing how period poverty affects girls in quiet ways that people don’t always talk about. It didn’t feel right that something so normal could cause embarrassment, missed classes, or discomfort at school. I wanted to do something small but meaningful - by starting conversations, raising awareness, and encouraging kindness. So girls can feel supported, comfortable, and able to keep learning.
Right now, Pads for Progress looks like small but intentional actions. Talking openly about period poverty, raising awareness among students, and encouraging people to be more understanding and supportive. It’s about making menstruation less uncomfortable to talk about and helping create spaces where girls feel safe, respected, and able to focus on school. Even small conversations can help make a real difference.
Pads for Progress has been growing mostly through conversations and connections. By talking with friends, classmates, and teachers about period poverty, sharing ideas, and encouraging small acts of support, more people are becoming aware and getting involved. It’s spreading slowly but steadily, through word of mouth, school projects, and community interest, showing that even small efforts can inspire others to care and take action.
Since starting Pads for Progress, I’ve been learning what works best to engage people and make a real difference. At first, it was just talking to friends and classmates about period poverty, but over time I’ve added small awareness activities, like school discussions, posters, and sharing tips on how to be supportive. I’ve also been listening to feedback from peers and community members, which helps me adjust how I communicate so more people understand and feel inspired to help.
If you want to get involved with Pads for Progress, the easiest place to start is our Instagram page, which is now active after a little pause. You can check out fun facts, and soon we’ll be sharing reports, awareness posts, and overviews of what we’re doing. Just following, sharing, or joining the conversations is a great way to be part of helping girls learn and feel supported.
