Problem & Solution

The Pad & Pant Project was designed to enlighten young secondary school-aged girls on how to manage their menstrual cycle with dignity, have access to affordable menstrual hygiene products, and also highlight the 3 R’s of Waste Management – Recycle, Reuse, and Reduce as well as helping in energy consumption. For the execution of this project, donations were made by family, friends, and Shapers.

Goals

The Project had 4 major milestones which were;

1. Obtaining approval from the school/community to carry out the project.

2. Fundraising

3. Mobilizing and training volunteers/tailors

4. Purchase and preparation of kit materials

The volunteer team was selected based on skills relevant to the project. 

Targets

1. At least 30 girls in Abuja would be well-sensitized about puberty development & management.


2. At least 30 girls should have access to a reusable sanitary pad.


3. At least 20 girls who have access to a sewing machine/needle & thread will be able to make reusable sanitary pads. 

Impact

At least 40% of girls in Abuja will be able to manage their menstrual cycle hygienically by June 2024.