PANAJI
Given the hazardous impact of sanitary napkins on the environment, the Human Touch Foundation has begun an initiative to spread awareness regarding sustainable menstruation options and other alternatives, in Goa.
"Through awareness sessions, we are planning to reach out to more girls and women of different ages and social strata with information about cups, cloth and biodegradable pads and how to correctly choose and use them. This will create an intimate and open space for conversations around menstruation. These products are eco-friendly, save our body from health risks and are easy on the pocket," said Applesta Da Costa, Psychosocial Support Officer.
Althea Fernandes, a member of YWCA Goa, who led the awareness session on September 12, said we must make our Goan women aware of the smarter menstrual options available. By moving to the menstrual cup, she will help the environment, save money and will have a comfortable, rash free and stress-free period, she further explained.
Amid the lockdown, access to sanitary pads was difficult, and Human Touch Foundation included the supply of menstrual products for its beneficiaries with a partnership with Padsquad.
