Solidarity with Children with Disability Initiative

25/04/2026

Hello,

We manufacture eco-friendly reusable sanitary pads that are now fully certified by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) under Standard KS 2925:2022, with an official Standardization Mark (SM #98181).

This certification confirms that our products have been tested and approved for safety, quality, and performance, making them suitable for both local and international markets.

Nyadhi Pads are uniquely made from repurposed plastic textile waste, transforming environmental waste into safe, durable, and reusable menstrual products. This allows us to address both menstrual health and environmental sustainability at the same time.

We are currently expanding into international markets and are seeking:

- Distributors
- Retail partners
- NGOs and humanitarian organizations
- Bulk buyers

Our products are affordable, reusable, and designed for long-term use, making them ideal for community programs, retail, and social impact initiatives.

I would appreciate the opportunity to connect and explore how we can work together.

Warm regards,
Lyndah

22/04/2026

We are proud to share a significant milestone for Solidarity for Children with Disabilities Initiative (SCDI).

We have been selected for onboarding into the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) an international network advancing zero waste solutions and environmental justice across the world.

Through our One Plastic One Pad project, we are addressing two critical global challenges: menstrual health and plastic pollution. By producing reusable Nyadhi Pads, we are creating sustainable, community-driven solutions that contribute to both local impact and international environmental goals.

Joining the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives connects us to a global movement of organizations working towards a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future. It also opens opportunities for international collaboration, learning, and partnerships.

We look forward to engaging with partners across borders to scale impact and drive meaningful change.
Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA)

02/04/2026

Excited to share that our Founder Achieng Jakandang'o will be attending the 2026 Leadership for Social Impact Forums!

I’m thrilled to join two incredible sessions:

In-Person: May 6, Washington DC
Online: May 12–13, via Whova

These forums bring together purpose-driven leaders from around the world to learn, connect, and create meaningful impact.

I’m especially looking forward to the Leadership Masterclasses in April, including topics like:

1. Leadership Communication & Online Presence
2. Networking as Relationship Building
3. Building Impactful Mentoring Relationships
4. Ideas to Action

I can’t wait to connect with fellow changemakers, exchange ideas, and explore ways to amplify social impact.

If you’re attending too, let’s connect and collaborate!
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05/03/2026

“Dignity in Action at Emunuku Primary School: Commissioning a KSh 2.5M sanitation facility while empowering girls with menstrual health education.

Today we had the honour of commissioning a 16-door sanitation facility valued at KSh 2.5 million at Emunuku Primary School — a major step toward improving dignity, hygiene, and a safe learning environment for pupils.

Through Solidarity for Children with Disabilities Initiative (SCDI), we also held a Menstrual Health and Hygiene education session with the girls, creating a safe space to talk openly about menstruation, body changes, and proper menstrual care.

Access to safe sanitation facilities is critical for girls, especially during their menstrual cycle. With improved toilets and menstrual health education, girls are better able to attend school with confidence and dignity.

This important milestone was made possible with the support of our partners who continue to stand with us in advancing dignity and opportunities for children.

As we approach International Women's Day, we are reminded that empowering girls requires both knowledge and the right infrastructure.
Together, we continue working toward a future where every girl learns, grows, and thrives with dignity.

05/03/2026

Through God's grace, As we approach International Women's Day, we held a special Pre–International Women’s Day activity with school girls focused on menstrual health, dignity, and confidence.

Through Solidarity for Children with Disabilities Initiative (SCDI), we visited the school to provide menstrual health education and distribute both Disposable pads and Nyadhi Pads our reusable sanitary pads produced through the One Plastic One Pad initiative.

This impactful activity was made possible with the support of our partners Kenshop and Reach A Child, who continue to stand with us in advancing dignity and opportunities for girls.

To make the day even more meaningful, we held a Period Cake Celebration. The cake symbolized strength, growth, and the beauty of girlhood. As the girls cut the cake together, we reminded them:
1. Their periods are natural
2. Their voices matter
3. Their dreams are valid

Every Nyadhi Pad represents dignity, sustainability, and a future where no girl misses school because of her period.

Together with our partners, we are turning waste into dignity and empowering the next generation of confident young women.

13/02/2026

09/02/2026

Quality matters — especially for menstrual health products.

We’re proud to share that Nyadhi Reusable Sanitary Pads have successfully undergone microbiological testing by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) in line with KS 2925:2022.

The results confirmed:
1. No detection of harmful bacteria (including Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus)

2. Very low total microbial load, well below allowable limits.

3. Compliance with national safety requirements for reusable sanitary towels

For us, this is more than a lab result. It’s about dignity, safety, and trust — especially for girls and women who rely on reusable menstrual products every day.

Quality assurance is not optional. It is part of impact.

04/02/2026

Our founder Achieng Jakandang'o will be a speak to this event. She will speak on,

From Vision to Impact: Kingdom Principles for Sustainable Enterprises

Habakkuk 2:2 ~~~~~~~“Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it.”

Vision becomes impact when it is clear, intentional, and anchored in Kingdom principles.

Sustainable enterprises are built by leaders who not only receive vision, but commit to articulating it plainly. so others can align, act, and run with purpose.

As faith-driven entrepreneurs and leaders, our responsibility is to translate God-given vision into practical action that creates lasting economic and social transformation.

13/01/2026

This is what progress looks like.

Behind every stack is a girl who won’t miss school, a mother who won’t worry, and a future protected with dignity.

We are steadily producing Nyadhi reusable pads — made with care, purpose, and sustainability at the centre.
Step by step, we are building solutions that matter.

31/12/2025

As we step into this new year, my heart is filled with gratitude and hope.

To every girl, every young mother, every woman, and every family — may this year bring renewed strength, restored dignity, and new opportunities. May doors open where there were walls, and may support replace stigma.

I look forward to a year of impact, compassion, and collective action, where we continue working toward healthier, educated, and empowered communities.

Thank you for walking this journey with us. Let us keep showing up for one another.

Here’s to a year of growth, resilience, and shared purpose.

21/11/2025

Solidarity for Children with Disabilities Initiative (SCDI) was honoured to participate in the Sote Hub Innovators Forum, a dynamic gathering of entrepreneurs and changemakers committed to shaping sustainable and inclusive solutions in our communities.

The event offered powerful insights on building impactful, community-centered innovations—perfectly aligning with SCDI’s mission. Through our social enterprise, One Plastic One Pad, we continue to drive women empowerment, disability inclusion, environmental sustainability, and circular economy solutions by producing Nyadhi Pads and Nyadhi Diapers from recycled plastic waste.

Our work contributes meaningfully to key global goals, including:

🔹 SDG 3: Good Health & Well-being
🔹 SDG 4: Quality Education
🔹 SDG 5: Gender Equality
🔹 SDG 12: Responsible Consumption & Production
🔹 SDG 13: Climate Action

We extend our sincere appreciation to Sote Hub for providing a platform where innovators can learn, connect, and strengthen their journeys toward lasting impact. SCDI and One Plastic One Pad remain committed to advancing sustainable development and building dignified, inclusive futures for all.

SCDI

18/11/2025

Several months ago, Our patron Achieng Jakandang'o had the opportunity to visit the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) for a quality assurance consultation on Nyadhi Pads, our sustainable menstrual health product under the One Plastic One Pad initiative.

This engagement is a critical step in ensuring that Nyadhi Pads meet national quality and safety standards, strengthening our commitment to delivering reliable, eco-friendly, and dignified menstrual solutions to girls and women across Kenya.

Quality assurance is not just a compliance requirement—it is a responsibility we owe to the communities we serve. I appreciate the guidance provided by the KEBS team as we continue to refine and scale our impact.

Nyadhi Pads. Quality. Dignity. Sustainability.