By Ina & Esu | Co-Founders
Dear BARKA Friend,
We have some exciting news concerning BARKA's MHM project. We are looking into the idea of using menstrual cups as a potential solution for period care for girls in Burkina.
The best thing about cups is that they last up to 12 hours, they don't impede sports or physical activities, they're far less expensive than pads over the long term, and since they're reusable, they're way more environmentally sustainable. However their proper care requires clean water and soap to hygienically wash them after each use. Although we can ensure that at schools, we're unsure of what the home environment would be like for all girls in the program.
We are working with BARKA's project leaders, Martine and Madame Zalle to look into the feasibility of using cups rather than pads, as this is a solution that most Burkinabè are unaware of and to our knowledge has never been used before.
We look forward to getting back on the ground in late September just before school resumes. We will keep you posted on this exciting development that could significantly help girls in a way they have never imagined.
Thank you so much for your support. BARKA would not be implementing this program right now without it!
'Barka' is an African word of gratitude, blessing and reciprocity.
Barka,
Ina & Esu
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