Menstrual Hygiene Management in Government Schools
Objectives
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Improve access to sanitary products for school-going girls.
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Promote awareness and education around menstrual hygiene.
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Reduce school absenteeism due to menstrual health issues.
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Ensure safe and environment-friendly disposal of sanitary waste.
Key Achievements
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Installed 150+ sanitary vending machines across 80 government schools.
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120 sanitary disposal units installed alongside for safe waste management.
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Reached over 25,000 adolescent girls with improved access to menstrual products.
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Conducted 30 hygiene awareness workshops in collaboration with local health educators.
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Trained 100+ teachers and school staff on usage and maintenance.
“Earlier, I used to miss classes during periods. Now I feel confident and regular in school.”
- Priya, Class 9, Govt. School, Government school Noida.
“The machine is easy to use and very helpful. Thank you for thinking about us!”
- Aarushi, Class 8, Govt. School,
Challenges Faced
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Initial resistance due to cultural taboos.
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Logistical delays in remote school installations.
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Need for regular maintenance and monitoring.
Future Plans (2025–2026)
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Expand the initiative to 300 more schools across 10 districts.
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Develop a mobile app for maintenance tracking and feedback.
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Introduce reusable pad awareness programs and training.
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Collaborate with local governments for sustainability.
Acknowledgments
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our team members, school staff, volunteers, and funding partners for their unwavering support. Your belief in our mission fuels our journey.