Help Provide Reusable Feminine Hygiene Kits (HopeKits)
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100 Humanitarians International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering families in Kenya through sustainable solutions in food, water, education, and health. Since its founding in 2015, the organization has worked tirelessly to support families living in extreme poverty, earning less than $1.90 a day. With a focus on mentorship and self-reliance, 100 Humanitarians implements impactful projects such as garden towers for food security, rainwater capture systems for clean water access, education sponsorships, and health initiatives. These efforts aim to break the cycle of poverty and create long-term opportunities for thriving communities.
HopeKits
Families in poverty often grapple with a myriad of health challenges, one particularly overlooked issue is the lack of access to proper menstrual hygiene management for girls and women. This problem can have far-reaching consequences, including health issues and hindering educational opportunities.
The Benefits of a HopeKit Reusable Feminine Hygiene Kit:
✔️Continuous Education: In many impoverished communities, girls often miss school during their menstrual cycles due to the unavailability of affordable, clean, and reliable feminine hygiene products. Reusable feminine hygiene products, such as underwear and washable cloth pads, provide a cost-effective and hygienic solution, preventing girls from missing school days and helping them stay in education. This empowers them to break free from the cycle of poverty.
✔️Health and Hygiene Improvement: Lack of access to proper menstrual hygiene management can lead to health issues for girls and women in poverty. Reusable feminine hygiene products offer a practical and sustainable way to manage periods, reducing health risks associated with poor menstrual hygiene. Ensuring access to these products promotes better health and overall well-being for women and girls.
✔️Skill Development and Economic Empowerment: The HopeKit program not only provides reusable feminine hygiene products but also offers hygiene and reproductive education. Teaching women and girls how to sew underwear patterns by hand equips them with valuable and marketable skills, fostering economic empowerment. This initiative supports women in gaining financial independence and contributing to their communities.
Your donations will go towards providing a HopeKit to women and girls in a community living in extreme poverty in Kenya.
Learn more at https://100humanitarians.org