KENYA WORKS MHH Summit 2024: Our Flow, Our Future
Thu, May 23
|Ongata Rongai
Kenya Works is calling all Menstrual Health & Hygiene advocates to join this pivotal partnership event to build collective action for period empowerment. Together we can build sustainable & inclusive solutions that ensure access for all.
Time & Location
May 23, 2024, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Ongata Rongai, Kenya Work Foundation JP9M+7GF, Ongata Rongai, Kenya
About the event
KENYA WORKS MHH Summit 2024
Our Flow, Our Future
Building Sustainable & Inclusive Menstrual Health & Hygiene Initiatives
Kenya Works is excited to host MHH Summit 2024, a pivotal event aimed at redefining societal perceptions of menstruation and combating period poverty. The summit is dedicated to promoting sustainable menstrual health practices, particularly the use of reusable pads, to foster a supportive and inclusive environment. Your presence will greatly enhance the dialogue and contribute to the success of this transformative event.
Objectives of the Day:
- Education: Increase community knowledge about menstruation.
- De-stigmatization: Challenge and dismantle the taboos and stigma associated with menstruation and reusable sanitary products.
- Sustainability and Reusability: Promote the environmental and economic benefits of reusable menstrual products.
- Empowerment: Foster innovation and research in the development of sustainable menstrual health solutions.
- Partnerships and Collaborations: Enhance the acceptance and widespread adoption of reusable sanitary products through strong partnerships.
- Inclusivity: Ensure that menstrual health management is inclusive, involving men, people with disabilities and refugees.
Event Highlights:
- Panel Discussions: Engage with experts discussing the latest trends and challenges in menstrual health.
- Storytelling Sessions: Listen to powerful personal stories from those impacted by period poverty.
- Guest Speakers: Hear from leading advocates and thought leaders in the field.
- Group Discussions: Participate in dynamic conversations to share ideas and experiences.
- Product Launch: Witness the unveiling of the Makini Pad Kit, certified by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), marking a significant milestone in providing accessible menstrual hygiene solutions.
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