menstrual hygiene day

 

May 28th is the first annual Menstrual Hygiene Day and we're celebrating by talking about why menstruation matters!

In Portland we'll be screening the award-winning short film "Monthlies" and having an in-person discussion. If you're in the neighborhood, we'd love to have you join us!

So what is Menstrual Hygiene Day? It's a day to start the conversation about menstruation. It's time to break down the taboos about this natural bodily process so we can start solving problems that women and girls around the world face every month--problems that aren't talked about due to the shame and fear surrounding periods.

We think menstruation matters because...

Every woman deserves access to safe, healthy menstrual protection. -- Tweet this!

Girls shouldn't have to miss school simply because they can't afford sanitary pads. -- Tweet this!

Your period means your body is functioning just as it should! -- Tweet this!

Women's bodies should not be sources of shame or fear. -- Tweet this!

Your cycle is an opportunity to connect with your body's natural rhythms. -- Tweet this!

More ways you can help celebrate Menstrual Hygiene Day:

  • Use hashtag #menstruationmatters to tell the world why YOU think periods are important to talk about.
  • Donate to an organization like Days for Girls that provides reusable menstrual supplies to women in need.
  • Read our book A New Cycle to learn about healthier periods. Bonus points: be seen reading it in public!