Fighting Period Poverty (Menstrual poverty).

Hi, I’m Cida, and I’m passionate about making a difference for young girls in Northern Ghana. I’m a Pilates Instructor.

Recently, I organized a free event called "Pilates for Pads" to raise awareness and funds to combat period poverty in the Bolgatanga region. Many girls there face dire circumstances—unable to afford sanitary towels, they miss school for fear of embarrassment or even face exploitation, leading to unwanted pregnancies.

No girl should have her education cut short because of something as natural as menstruation. With the funds raised, I plan to take a panel of experts to Bolgatanga for a two-day workshop on health, hygiene, and mental health. This will be the first of its kind in the area, and it could truly change lives. We need support to cover travel expenses and continue empowering these girls. Every contribution counts.