On May 28, HSMD joined the world in celebrating Menstrual Hygiene Day. This special day helps raise awareness about periods and teach people that menstruation is normal and should never be a reason for shame.
With the support of the Rwanda Women SRHR Network, we gathered with girls, single mothers with disabilities, parents, students, and local leaders to talk openly about periods and how to stay clean and healthy.
Why We Celebrated
- To break the stigma and stop the shame around menstruation
- To educate girls, boys, and parents about menstrual hygiene
- To share information on safe, reusable, and affordable menstrual products
- To engage the community in supporting women and girls during their periods
What We Achieved
- Many people learned about reusable pads and how they can save money
- Men and boys understood how to support their sisters, wives, and daughters
- Single mothers with disabilities received free menstrual pads
- More people now know that periods are normal and not something to hide
Our Message
This day showed that when we come together, we can make periods safe, clean, and shame-free for everyone. Let’s keep the conversation going — in homes, schools, and communities.