07/20/2026
On 19 June 2026, Kaleke Kasome Foundation convened a Menstrual Health & Justice Dialogue bringing together religious, cultural and district leaders with student Menstrual Health Champions to promote menstrual dignity and girls' well-being.
The dialogue reaffirmed that ending menstrual stigma requires collective action. Religious and cultural leaders committed to using their platforms to challenge myths, misconceptions and harmful beliefs surrounding menstruation.
The Child and Family Protection Unit (CFPU) encouraged students to stay focused on their education, avoid early sexual activity, and understand the risks of defilement, teenage pregnancy and school dropout. Leaders were also encouraged to organize educational visits to children's remand homes to help young people better understand the consequences of crime.
The District Inspector of Schools called on schools to prioritize menstrual health by ensuring access to clean, girl-friendly sanitation facilities, including standard latrines, bathrooms and properly designed incinerators for safe menstrual waste disposal.
Together, we are creating safer schools, informed communities and a future where every girl can manage her menstruation with dignity. đź’™
