Empowering Girls Through MHM Education &  Provision of Reusable Sanitary Pads

In Uganda’s rural communities, poverty robs many adolescent girls of the ability to manage menstruation with dignity. Without access to proper menstrual hygiene education or sanitary products, countless young girls resort to unsafe alternatives like dirty rags, toilet paper, or other unhygienic materials to manage their periods. This not only puts their health at risk—leading to infections and other complications—but also deepens the stigma surrounding menstruation, affecting their confidence, education, and participation in society.

At the Kaleke Kasome Foundation (KAKAF), we are committed to breaking this cycle of menstrual stigma and poverty. Through our Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) Education Program, we are equipping young people in rural communities with essential knowledge about menstrual health and the skills to make reusable sanitary pads.

These pads, made with care and designed for durability, are distributed free of charge to adolescent girls from impoverished families who cannot afford commercial sanitary products. By doing so, we are not only addressing immediate needs but also creating sustainable solutions that empower communities. Girls can now attend school regularly, interact confidently with their peers, and pursue their dreams without the monthly worry of how to manage their periods.

Your support can help us expand this vital program, providing more materials for pad-making workshops, training additional youth in rural areas, and ensuring no girl has to choose between her health and her education. Together, we can ensure that every girl has the resources and dignity she deserves. Join us in transforming lives and ending menstrual poverty for good.