By Ighomuaye Lucky. O
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Edo State Chapter has marked this year’s World Menstrual Hygiene Day with a significant outreach event at Oredo Girl’s Junior Secondary School.
The initiative aimed at raising awareness about menstrual hygiene and supporting young girls in managing their menstrual health with dignity was led by the chairperson of the association, Comrade Adesuwa Ehimuan.
The event, saw the distribution of sanitary pads to some students, in an effort that aligns with NAWOJ’s broader mission to tackle the challenges surrounding menstrual health faced by girls and women, which remain a pressing issue in many parts of Nigeria due to cultural stigmatization, lack of education and limited access to sanitary products.
Comrade Ehimuan while addressing the students, stressed the significances of menstrual hygiene and the importance of open discussions about menstruation.
According to her, menstrual health is a crucial aspect of women’s health and well-being and no girl should feel ashame or miss school because of her period.
on her part, the principal of Oredo Girls Junior Secondary School, O. Agbonkhese, praised the association’s efforts and emphasized the ongoing need for such support.
The commemoration of World Menstrual Hygiene Day by Edo NAWOJ is a testament to the Association commitment to advocating for women’s rights and health issues.