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In prehistoric societies, periods was seen as a powerful,even sacred, cycle tied to the moon.But as patriarchal systems grew, periods became taboo, and women were excluded from rituals, homes & temples. ChallengeTheStigma #PeriodFriendlyWorld Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

In Ancient Greece, Aristotle described menstruation as “impure.” Such ideas influenced centuries of shame, where periods were seen as weakness, not biology. This is the legacy we fight today. #PeriodFriendlyWorld ChallengeTheStigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Across many African cultures, menstruation led to isolation. Girls in some communities were made to sleep outside or forbidden from cooking. #MenstrualHealthDay fights to end these harmful practices #PeriodFriendlyWorld ChallengeTheStigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

#MenstrualHealthDay was launched on May 28, 2014,because: ➡️ 28 = average days in a cycle ➡️ 5 = average days of bleeding This symbolic date reflects millions of real lives and calls for global action. #PeriodFriendlyWorld #ChallengeTheStigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Menstrual health is not a privilege, it's fundamental human right #PeriodFriendlyWorld Challenge The Stigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Usiogope kuongea,usikimye #PeriodFriendlyWorld Challenge The Stigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Menstrual hygiene is all about 3 main things 1. Dignity 2. Equity 3. Health. Providing girls with essential sanitary towels is a dependable intervention. #PeriodFriendlyWorld Challenge The Stigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

An equitable UHC covers many health issues one of them being menstrual health education and hygiene.Budgetting free sanitary towels for school going girls is benefit to community at large. #PeriodFriendlyWorld Challenge The Stigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Recognising access to sanitary towels as a matter of health right, equity and public health is a huge discovery. #PeriodFriendlyWorld Challenge The Stigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Why should we shame someone because of stained clothes during menstruation,let people mentruate with dignity, let's spread love by giving pads #PeriodFriendlyWorld Challenge The Stigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

The world is waking up to period justice. Over 25 countries now have national menstrual health policies, and Scotland became the first to make period products 100% free. This is what a #PeriodFriendlyWorld looks like. #ChallengeTheStigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Global progress is real: ✔ Menstrual health is now in the UN’s SDGs ✔ Over 1000+ orgs join every #MenstrualHealthDay ✔ Youth voices are shaping policy like never before We’re louder. Bolder. Still rising. #ChallengeTheStigma #PeriodFriendlyWorld Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA

Menstrual health is finally seen as more than “just pads.” It’s linked to:Health,Education,Gender justice But without implementation & inclusion, progress is still unequal. #PeriodFriendlyWorld #ChallengeTheStigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Progress is happening — but mostly in urban centers. In remote areas, girls still bleed in shame & silence. Equity means reaching the last mile with products, toilets, and education. #ChallengeTheStigma #PeriodFriendlyWorld Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

The global period movement is growing — with youth-led orgs, educators, artists & health workers demanding dignity. But until no one misses school, hides in shame, or bleeds without products… Our work is not done. #PeriodFriendlyWorld #ChallengeTheStigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AHF Kenya

This Menstrual Health Day, let’s raise our voices. Let’s demand policies, not just pledges. Let’s put dignity first. #PeriodFriendlyWorld Challenge The Stigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

Menstrual health is a conversation for everyone— not just women and girls. Inclusion starts with awareness. #EndTheStigma #MenstruationMatters AHF Kenya AHF Africa AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) AYARHEP-KENYA Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AHF Menstruation Matters

We acknowledge that access to sanitary towels is not a privilege, but a fundamental issue of human rights, health equity, and public well-being. #PeriodFriendlyWorld Challenge The Stigma Health NGOs Network (HENNET) AYARHEP-KENYA AHF Kenya

We’ve officially opened the Makindu Sub-County Hospital Chronic Care Centre in Makueni! At Ksh 8.5M, the centre offers integrated care for HIV, diabetes & hypertension — under one roof, with modern ICT & stigma-free, dignified services.

AHF-Kenya has signed an MoU with the Machakos County Government-our 14th county in Kenya. Key focus: Chronic care, HRH support & integration into county health systems. #HealthForAll AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) AHF Africa