A Crisis That Can’t Be Ignored
In Uganda, menstrual health challenges cause school absenteeism, lost income, and long-term health risks. The pandemic only worsened the issue—deepening poverty, stigma, and misinformation.
- "Up to 30% of girls miss school during menstruation (UNICEF, 2021)"
- "Women lose workdays due to lack of access (Ministry of Health, 2020)"
- “Infection risk and shame persist due to inadequate education and hygiene products”
We believe menstruation should never be a barrier to education, opportunity, or self-worth.
HerPad: Dignity in Every Cycle
Through the HerPad Project, U-VOL equips girls and women in Uganda with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to manage menstruation safely and with dignity.
- Reached 291 schoolgirls and 54 women with menstrual health education
- Delivered hands-on pad-making workshops
- Introduced menstrual cups as a long-term option
More Than Pads—It’s a Movement
HerPad goes beyond hygiene. It’s a scalable model for empowerment:
- Women-led pad-making enterprises create local income streams
- Use of washable materials and menstrual cups reduces environmental impact
- Sanitation education is woven into each touchpoint
This model aligns with Uganda’s Menstrual Hygiene Management Charter and the Ministry of Education’s guidelines, making it both compliant and expandable.
Support Girls in Uganda
Your gift helps provide hygiene products, education, and opportunity for girls and women.
Support Girls in Uganda
Your gift helps provide hygiene products, education, and opportunity for girls and women.