Around the world, many young girls face significant barriers to education due to the lack of access to proper menstrual health education and resources. At IRFF UK, we are passionate about addressing this challenge by providing period education in schools and supporting girls with essential menstrual products across South Africa, Ghana and Uganda.
For many girls, the start of menstruation can be confusing, frightening and isolating, especially if they have not received adequate education about it. Without the right information and resources, girls are more likely to miss school during their periods, contributing to gender inequality in education.
Period education in schools is crucial for building confidence, breaking harmful taboos, and helping young girls to understand and manage their menstrual health. When girls are equipped with knowledge and support, they are empowered to stay in school and achieve their full potential.
In addition to delivering period education in schools, IRFF UK also provides practical support by distributing reusable and disposable pads to schoolgirls. In many communities across South Africa, Ghana and Uganda, the lack of access to affordable menstrual products results in girls missing several days of school every month.
By providing these vital supplies, IRFF UK helps ensure that girls can attend school consistently, maintain their dignity, and focus on their studies. Tackling this issue also contributes to ending the cycle of poverty and inequality in these communities.
As a committed period poverty charity, we work directly with schools to ensure girls have both the knowledge and the resources they need to thrive.
We believe that change is possible when we work together. By supporting IRFF UK, you can help us expand our reach and impact even more lives.
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