Empowering Young African Girls: One Reusable Pad at a Time
Breaking the Cycle of Period Poverty
Every day, millions of young African girls
face an invisible barrier to education, sports, and social participation – inadequate access to menstrual hygiene products. In West Africa alone, an estimated 65% of girls from low-income families miss up to 5 days of school each month due to period poverty.
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women and girls in Nigeria alone are estimated to experience period poverty. (Source: Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance)
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of Ghanian girls sometimes miss school due to period poverty. (Source: The Borgen Project)
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of women and girls have poor menstrual hygiene practices according to a study in Senegal, Niger, and Cameroon (Source: UN Women)
By providing reusable pads and sewing training, The Keona Project will:
- Empower young girls: Equip them with essential life skills and boost their confidence.
- Improve education: Reduce absenteeism by up to 50% and create a more conducive learning environment.
- Promote health: Prevent infections and promote menstrual hygiene awareness.
- Create sustainable solutions: Foster a culture of self-reliance and reduce waste.
With a donation of $50,
you can help provide reusable pads and sewing training to approximately 10 young girls in West Africa. Your contribution will directly impact their lives and break the cycle of period poverty.
Join us in empowering the next generation of African women.
Donate today to help us provide reusable pads and life-changing skills to young girls in need.