RESTORING DIGNITY FOR GIRLS

What an incredible moment it has been, a moment of making a real, lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable girls.

It’s often hard to explain just how deeply something as simple as access to sanitary pads can impact a girl’s education. But it’s true, many girls are forced to stay home during their periods because they lack basic menstrual products. This is a heartbreaking reality, but thanks to your support, we are changing that.

Through our menstrual hygiene program, we reached 1,000 girls across three different schools this year. Although we didn’t have new high school entrants due to the ongoing transition in the education system, we made it a priority to reach schools that had not yet received our reusable sanitary kits, and the response was overwhelming.

The joy on the girls’ faces said it all. Their smiles, their gratitude, and their excitement spoke volumes. Each girl received a reusable sanitary kit and four pairs of underwear. These kits are designed to last for up to four years, enabling the girls to stay in school with dignity and without interruption during their periods.

Words cannot fully express how grateful the girls were. Many simply had no words, only heartfelt smiles and visible relief. Your support has given them more than just a product; you’ve given them confidence, comfort, and the chance to pursue their education without fear or shame.

What you’re doing may seem small, but the impact is extraordinary. You are helping rewrite the future for these girls, one kit, one smile, one school day at a time.

From all of us, and especially from the girls, thank you for believing in their potential.

It has always been a challenge for girls from vulnerable families to stay in school during their menstruation. Every month, many girls would miss three to four days of school simply because they couldn’t afford sanitary pads. But thanks to your support, this challenge has been overcome. Now, these girls can attend school all year round without interruption!

This year, we didn’t have any new students joining high school due to changes in the education system. As a result, we distributed the menstrual kits to ongoing students in three village day secondary schools, most of whom come from vulnerable families. Many of these students performed well in their primary school national exams, but due to financial constraints, they couldn’t attend the boarding schools they were admitted to. This is why they often struggle to afford menstrual products.

We are deeply grateful for your support, which has allowed these girls to stay in school despite the challenges they face. It has been an immense relief for them, especially after the stress of not being able to join boarding schools. This year, we distributed 1,000 kits of reusable pads to three schools, with each receiving over 300 kits. The recipients were Form Two students, as we did not have Form One students this year.

Once again, thank you for the incredible impact you're making in the lives of these girls. Your generosity is helping them stay in school and pursue their dreams, despite the many challenges they face.