Speciallady Awareness partners with NYA to empower girls through menstrual hygiene

On May 28, the world celebrated Menstrual Hygiene Day. Ghana showcased its commitment to breaking taboos and promoting gender equality. The goal is to ensure dignity for every young girl.

Speciallady Awareness, an NGO, leads this movement in Ghana. They focus on reshaping the narrative around menstrual health and reproductive rights.

This year, Speciallady Awareness partnered with the National Youth Authority (NYA). Together, they visited the Ayalolo Cluster of Schools in Accra. Their initiative addresses menstrual hygiene issues affecting girls in Ghana.

Many young girls face stigma and misinformation about their periods. This negatively impacts their education, health, and self-esteem.

The outreach program included interactive sessions for the girls. These sessions educated them on menstrual hygiene and created safe spaces for discussion. The initiative aligns with Menstrual Hygiene Day's global theme: "Making menstruation a normal fact of life by 2030."

Since its founding in 2017, Speciallady Awareness has become a leading voice in reproductive health advocacy. The NGO empowers women and girls through education on reproductive health and menstrual hygiene.

They conduct workshops to debunk harmful myths about menstruation. So far, they have distributed sanitary pads to over 40,000 female students.

The organization encourages young people to engage in discussions about reproductive health. They promote empathy and inclusivity among youth.

By fostering open dialogue and providing resources, Speciallady Awareness helps ensure no girl is held back by her period.

The National Youth Authority supports youth empowerment programs across Ghana. They coordinate with NGOs to implement development programs and provide training opportunities.

Their partnership with Speciallady Awareness shows their commitment to gender equality and health education.

During their visit to Ayalolo Cluster of Schools, they emphasized an important message: "Every young girl counts."

Menstrual health is not just a hygiene issue; it’s a human rights issue too.

Over 700 students benefited from this initiative. Through collaboration, the NYA and Speciallady Awareness empower girls with confidence and knowledge for a brighter future.