By Kibwiika Joseph | Project Leader
Project Overview.
Our project entitled "Improve Menstrual Hygiene to 2000 Girls in Uganda" with Project ID 65391 is a transformative initiative that aims to provide 2000 schoolgirls in rural Kamuli District with reusable menstrual pads, educate them comprehensively about menstrual hygiene and enable them to make their own pads from locally sourced materials. This enables the girls to overcome the obstacles that menstruation poses to their education and personal development.
Current Status.
We are very excited to begin implementing this project, but have not yet secured the necessary funds to do so. Despite this challenge, we are determined to start the project as soon as the funds are available and as we know how urgently these young girls need help.
The Need and a Story to Remember.
For many girls, menstruation brings shame, missed school days and disrupted education due to the lack of access to menstrual hygiene products. One of the girls we aim to support shared her struggles with using rags during her periods, which often leaked and kept her from attending school. "I fear going to class during my period," she explained, her voice full of worry about her future. Stories like hers are what drive us to act now.
Why this Project is Important.
Menstrual hygiene management is an important but often overlooked aspect of girls’ education in rural Uganda. Many girls miss school during their menstrual cycle because they do not have access to sanitary products, leading to learning gaps, low self-esteem and in some cases dropping out of school. By providing reusable sanitary pads and equipping girls with the knowledge and skills to maintain their hygiene, this project:
• Improve school attendance and academic performance.
• Promote self-confidence and dignity among beneficiaries.
• Create long-term solutions through sustainable, reusable materials.
• Our Willingness to Implement.
Despite funding challenges, we have laid the groundwork for the project. Partnerships with local schools, community leaders and health professionals have been established and the training plans are ready for implementation. We are determined to ensure the success of the project and deliver tangible results as soon as funding is secured.
Gratitude and Commitment.
We are very grateful for the continued support and interest of our community and donors. Their belief in our mission motivates us to keep going. We remain committed to transparency, impact and the empowerment of these 2000 targeted girls especially in the rural kamuli district of Uganda.
Looking to the Future.
We are optimistic about the future of this project and its potential to make a lasting difference in the lives of girls in Uganda. Together, we can help them overcome the challenges of menstruation and realize their full potential in their living world.
Thank you all our generous Donors for being part of this journey with us!
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