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The .Period Poverty Project
Project type
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
Date
10/01/2024
Location
Ghana-Volta Region and Eastern Region
The .Period Poverty Project is a vital initiative aimed at tackling the significant challenges faced by girls and women in rural Ghana regarding menstrual hygiene. Period poverty encompasses the lack of access to menstrual products, proper sanitation facilities, and education about menstruation. This issue can lead to missed school days, health complications, and social stigma.
In rural areas of Ghana, many girls miss a substantial portion of their education due to the unavailability of sanitary pads. Efforts to combat period poverty include educational programs, distribution of free sanitary products, and advocating for policy changes to make these products more affordable and accessible.
