Empowering Women with Menstrual Health Management

by The Desai Foundation
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Empowering Women with Menstrual Health Management
Empowering Women with Menstrual Health Management
Empowering Women with Menstrual Health Management

Project Report | Aug 13, 2024
Empowering Women with Menstrual Health Managment

By Cora Woloson | Development Coordinator

Menstrual Equity: Our impact
Menstrual Equity: Our impact

The Desai Foundation’s Menstrual Hygiene Management program is on a mission to break down stigma, promote awarness, and empower rural women and girls in managing their periods with confidence and dignity. Through education and production distribution we are working towards a brighter future where menstrual hygiene stops no one. 

In rural India, menstrual hygiene challenges significantly affect women's health, education, and empowerment. The combined effects of societal taboos and limited access to menstrual products further heighten these issues, reinforcing gender inequalities across the country. In rural India, 23% of adolescent girls leave school due to menstruation-related issues and only 36% of menstruating women have access to sanitary pads. Our mission is to address these critical gaps, promote health and education, and support gender equity.

Through the Asani Sanitary Napkin Program, the Desai Foundation produces biodegradable sanitary napkins and conducts extensive menstrual health awareness campaigns. By engaging community members, including men and boys, we aim to destigmatize menstruation and promote hygiene practices. Additionally, the program offers income-generating opportunities for women, contributing to their economic empowerment while fostering financial independence.

From April to June of this year, the Desai Foundation has made significant strides in Menstrual Hygiene Management. In just three months :

  • 117 women have gained crucial skills in Asani Production, empowering them to actively participate in creating sutainable sanitary napkins.
  • 1,101 women have been trained as Asani Distributors, turning them into community advocates for menstrual health while also creating new income opportunities.
  • 964 women have chosen Asani Sanitary Napkins, accessing safe and eco-friendly menstrual products that promote health and sustainability.
  • 20,909 Asani Pads have been distributed at no cost, ensuring women in need can maintain menstrual hygiene without financial barriers.
  • Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Camps have educated 28,734 individuals, helping to foster a culture of support, breaking the silence around menstruation.

Looking ahead, the Desai Foundation aims to extend its impact to millions more lives. This vision includes scaling of production to meet increasing demand, broadening educational programs to enhance health awareness and financial independence, and deepening community involvement to ensure ongoing progress in menstrual health management.

It is because of the support of our generous donors like you, that the Desai Foundation's Menstrual Hygiene Management programs continue to make meaningful strides in menstrual equity and women's empowerment in rural India. Thank you for your impact!

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The Desai Foundation

Location: Woburn, MA - USA
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Project Leader:
Manoj Panda
Woburn , MA United States
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