On the occasion of Menstrual Hygiene Day, celebrated globally on May 28, FAME Foundation proudly joins the international community in promoting menstrual health and dignity for girls and women everywhere. This year’s theme, “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld,” highlights the urgent need for collaboration across all sectors to ensure that menstruation is safe, stigma-free, and manageable for all.

Around the world, millions of girls and women still face challenges in managing their periods. These include limited access to menstrual products, lack of education, cultural taboos, and inadequate sanitation facilities. At FAME Foundation, we believe that menstrual hygiene is a human right and a major pillar in achieving gender equality and health equity.

Speaking to the press, Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi, Executive Director, FAME Foundation, emphasized the need for immediate and collective action to address period poverty and menstrual stigma;

“Menstruation is a natural part of life. Yet, too many girls are forced to miss school, face discrimination, or feel ashamed simply because of their periods. At FAME Foundation, we are working to ensure that every girl has the resources and support she needs to manage her period with dignity and pride.”

She continued by saying;

“Through our menstrual hygiene campaigns and community outreach, we are not just training or distributing menstrual products, we are changing mindsets. We are enhancing open dialogue, encouraging education, and challenging the harmful myths that hold girls back.”

Additionally, Arabinrin Aderonke emphasized the importance of sustainable investment and systemic support;

“We call on governments, schools, and health systems to step up. We need comprehensive menstrual health education in schools, free or subsidized menstrual products in public institutions, and inclusive policies that prioritize the needs of girls and women. Together, we can build a world where no girl is left behind because of her period.”

She concluded with a call to action;

“The time to act is now. Menstrual health is not a side issue, it’s central to human dignity, gender equality, and social progress. We envision a #PeriodFriendlyWorld where every girl can succeed. We invite everyone, parents, teachers, policymakers, civil society, and the general public to join us in creating that world.”

To mark Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025, FAME Foundation will host girls from various IDP camps in Abuja at the FAME Hub for an engaging session. The event will feature expert-led discussions on menstrual health, practical guidance on proper hygiene practices, and interactive learning activities aimed at boosting confidence and knowledge. In addition, FAME Foundation will distribute menstrual hygiene items such as sanitary pads, reusable cloth pads, soaps, panties, etc. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to ensure that no girl is left behind due to lack of access or information.