menstruation
Put a Period: How the youth is addressing menstrual equity
Founded by four high schoolers from Viqarunnisa Noon School and College (VNSC), Put a Period is a non-profit organisation working to eliminate taboos surrounding menstruation.
Period poverty: A silent crisis in Bangladesh
The silencing of dialogue on menstruation breeds myths, misinformation and stigma, perpetuating a vicious cycle of period poverty.
Availability of menstrual products in educational institutions
Menstruation is a monthly occurrence for women, and having little to no access to pads when needed is a major cause for concern.
POETRY / Advice for Pliny the Elder, Big Daddy of Mansplainers
Great Man, now that you are dead, allow me to squeeze your hand. The sage bushes in Umbria are heavy with bees, so I’m killing them with hypnosis.
#Perspective / A man’s perception on menstrual cycle
The menstrual cycle is something that a woman has to experience for the majority of her life. There is no reason why it should still be taboo even in 2023, but in Bangladeshi society, the topic remains as such. What’s even more appalling is the lack of knowledge about it among men.
Dos and don’ts of menstrual health and hygiene
Many women nowadays have to work outside of their homes for extended periods of time, often without access to appropriate washroom facilities. This can be difficult to manage when it comes to menstruation. This challenging scenario demands a sanitary napkin that can provide reliable protection for at least 12 hours, allowing them to go about their daily lives without worrying about leakage or discomfort. Finding an appropriate product can be essential to ensure that women can be productive and confident at work.
Why it’s important to understand menopause
In our country, talking about menopause is considered a stigma.
Menstruating for the first time
People who never get prior education always end up panicking.
Menstruation is not a problem, poor menstrual hygiene is
Maisha Rafa Khan is a young professional working at private company. As with any job, long hours are sometimes unavoidable and Khan is no stranger to the concept.
MENSTRUATION HYGIENE MANAGEMENT
Menstruation is painful, socially awkward, quite expensive and most of the time very problematic to manage for the girls and women
MENSTRUATION HYGIENE MANAGEMENT
Menstruation is painful, socially awkward, quite expensive and most of the time very problematic to manage for the girls and women
Breaking the silence on menstruation
Today, May 28, is Menstrual Hygiene Day. The objective of observing this day is to raise awareness of the challenges women and girls face worldwide due to menstruation and highlight solutions addressing these challenges.
