As thousands of people head to work each morning, many carry more than their laptop or lunch; they are managing their period. For those who menstruate, the workplace is one of the most critical spaces where dignity and health intersect. Poor facilities, stigma, lack of policy, and silent suffering make menstruation not just a personal […]
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Every month, millions of people experience pain, fatigue, and discomfort during their menstrual cycle. For a lot of menstruators, this pain is dismissed with three words: “It’s just cramps.” But what if it isn’t? Behind those words often lie undiagnosed health conditions, endometriosis, adenomyosis, fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and other menstrual disorders that silently
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Menstruation is one of the most natural processes in the world, yet it remains clouded in stigma, shame, and silence. Across cultures, myths and misinformation have left millions of people without accurate knowledge of their own bodies. This lack of awareness doesn’t just harm dignity, it also undermines health, education, and gender equality. Here are
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We all know that every life marked by female reproductive anatomy passes through three pivotal stages: menarche (the first period), menstruation (the recurring cycle of bleeding), and menopause (the end of menstruation). While much attention is given to the middle, the first and last stages are often ignored and rarely talked about. Yet dignity demands
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The IGE-SRH Food Drive aims to support marginalized individuals experiencing food insecurity and financial hardship. This initiative prioritizes active community members who have engaged with IGE-SRH programs or followed our social media platforms throughout the year. Eligibility Highlights: Must self-identify as part of a marginalized community (including persons living with disabilities). Must reside in Uyo
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Menstruation is one of the most natural biological processes in the world, yet it remains one of the least understood and most stigmatized. Nearly half of the global population will experience menstruation at some point in their lives. According to UNICEF, 1.8 billion people are menstruating, yet for many, it is not just a cycle
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IGE-SRH is still actively searching for passionate and skilled changemakers to join the Initiative for Gender Equality and Sexual Reproductive Health (IGE-SRH) as Program Officers. This is an opportunity to contribute to impactful programs in: Economic Empowerment & Livelihoods Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) & Wellbeing Do you have experience in program management within
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A few days ago, a 12-year-old got her first period, and someone called her a woman. When a person gets their first period, something powerful happens, but not in the way society often frames it. For many communities, that first blood is interpreted as the end of childhood and the beginning of adulthood. Families may
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On August 15, 2025, Nigeria’s government officially validated its first-ever National Policy on Menstrual Health & Hygiene Management (MHHM 2025–2030). The policy sets an ambitious goal: by 2030, no one who menstruates in Nigeria should have to choose between managing their period and going to school, working, or living with dignity. According to Vanguard News
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A few days ago, I overheard one woman telling another how effective cotton wool was during her period. She said, “I don’t use pads o, I use cotton wool…” When the other woman asked how she used it, she explained that she folded the cotton wool, inserted it inside her body, and once it was
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