Support the Walmer Primary School period poverty project In South Africa

Help transform the lives of 170 young girls in South Africa by ensuring they have access to menstrual hygiene products and education. Together, we can break the cycle of period poverty and keep these girls in school.
Together We Can Make a Difference

Why this project matters

Since 2014, the Girl Child (WAIT) project has been making a profound impact in Kibiri, Busabala, and Kampala. For too many girls, the lack of access to sanitary products means missing school during their periods or dropping out entirely.

With Jesca and Sylvia leading the initiative, we’re changing that by providing:
- Menstrual hygiene education
- Monthly supplies of disposable pads and knickers

Thanks to this support, over 400 girls in three schools – Destiny Junior, Busabala Primary, and Jjungo Primary and Secondary School – can now attend school with confidence and dignity.
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What is period poverty?

Period poverty prevents millions of girls worldwide from attending school due to a lack of basic menstrual hygiene products. In South Africa, drought conditions make reusable products impractical, leaving disposable sanitary pads as the only option.

How we’re making a difference

Providing pads: Monthly funding of £180 supplies disposable sanitary pads.

Education and support: A dedicated nurse teaches menstrual hygiene and offers emotional support.

Empowering education: Girls can continue attending school with confidence and dignity.

Project details at a glance

Location: Walmer Primary School, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), South Africa

Girls supported: 170

Monthly funding: £180 for sanitary pads

Activity: Hygiene education and pad distribution

Leaders: Pat Hippert and Jessica Lillian Bredenkamp

Transparency: Bookkeeping by Cecilia Adams

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The impact of your support

What we’ve achieved so far

Since 2023, we’ve helped 170 girls at Walmer Primary School.
Girls now receive the supplies and education needed to attend school consistently.

Our vision for the future

Continue support: Sustain this service for current and future students.
Expand reach: Help even more girls overcome period poverty with your support.

How you can help

1. Donate

Your donation funds the sanitary products and educational resources these girls rely on. Every penny makes a difference.

2. Spread the word

Raise awareness about period poverty by sharing this project with your network.

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Help transform the lives of 170 young girls in South Africa by ensuring they have access to menstrual hygiene products and education. Together, we can break the cycle of period poverty and keep these girls in school.
Together We Can Make a Difference

Why choose IRFF UK?

100% dedicated funds: All donations go directly to supporting this project.
Transparent reporting: Detailed bookkeeping ensures every pound is accounted for.
Real impact: 170 girls receive life-changing support because of people like you.

Let’s end period poverty together

Your support can break the cycle of period poverty, empowering young girls to stay in school and achieve their dreams.
Donate now to provide pads and education.
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