– 30 May 2026 –
Menstruation is a natural part of life, yet for many women and girls, it remains surrounded by stigma, misinformation, and limited access to menstrual health products. These challenges are even greater for women and girls with disabilities and those living in underserved communities, where barriers to information and essential resources continue to affect their health, dignity, and participation in community life.
To mark Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026, the Community Creative Centre for Women and Girls with Disabilities (CCCWGD), in partnership with the Community Association for Vulnerable Persons (CAVP), organised a community outreach on 30 May 2026 in Ntenefor Community, Bamenda, under the global theme,
“Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld.”
The outreach brought together 15 women and girls, including women and girls with disabilities and indigenous participants, creating an inclusive and safe environment where participants could openly learn, engage, and share their experiences.
The programme commenced with an interactive menstrual health education session facilitated by Veronica Ngum and Nogning Armelle. Discussions focused on menstrual hygiene management, personal hygiene, body care, and overall wellbeing.
Through accessible and participatory learning methods, participants were encouraged to ask questions, dispel myths, and discuss menstrual health without fear or stigma.
A practical demonstration on the production and proper use of reusable sanitary pads followed. Participants learned how to make, use, wash, dry, and safely store reusable pads, equipping them with a sustainable, affordable, and environmentally friendly solution for managing menstruation with dignity.
To reinforce the knowledge gained, each participant received a reusable sanitary pad kit and washing soap to support proper menstrual hygiene practices at home.
The outreach concluded with an open dialogue session, providing participants with an opportunity to share personal experiences, raise concerns, and receive guidance from the facilitators. This interactive exchange strengthened participants’ confidence and reinforced the importance of creating safe spaces where women and girls can freely discuss menstrual health.
By the end of the outreach, all 15 participants had gained practical knowledge, improved awareness, and essential menstrual hygiene materials that will support healthier and more dignified menstrual management.
At CCCWGD, we believe that building a truly period-friendly world begins with inclusion, education, and equal access to menstrual health resources. We remain committed to ensuring that no woman or girl, regardless of disability or background, is left behind.
Together, we can break the silence, challenge stigma, and create communities where every woman and girl can manage her period with dignity.
