Zaks Foundation Marks World Children’s Day with Menstrual Health Outreach to Vulnerable Girls

Zaks Foundation Marks World Children’s Day with Menstrual Health Outreach to Vulnerable Girls

May 27, 2025 — New Nyanya, Nasarawa State

In a bold step towards combating menstrual poverty and promoting gender equity, the Zaks Foundation for Humanity (ZFH) marked this year’s World Children’s Day and World Menstruation Day with a transformative outreach program aimed at vulnerable adolescent girls.

Held at Government Junior Secondary School Nyanya Gbagi in New Nyanya, the event focused on menstrual hygiene education and the distribution of free sanitary pads under ZFH’s Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) program. The initiative, known as the Feminine Learning Outreach for Wellbeing (FLOW), is designed to tackle the deep-rooted challenges of menstrual poverty among schoolgirls in underserved communities.

Menstrual poverty continues to pose significant barriers to education for millions of girls across Nigeria. Without access to sanitary products or proper menstrual health education, many young girls miss school during their periods, and some eventually drop out entirely. Through FLOW, ZFH seeks to change that narrative—one girl at a time.

The event featured interactive sessions on menstrual hygiene, personal care, and health tips, encouraging open dialogue to break the cultural taboos surrounding menstruation. Volunteers and health educators provided critical information to demystify menstruation and instill confidence among the students.

Speaking at the event, a representative from ZFH noted, “Menstrual poverty is not just a health issue; it’s an education and human rights issue. Every girl deserves to manage her period with dignity. Through FLOW, we aim to create a future where no girl is left behind because of her menstrual cycle.”

Beyond supplying sanitary pads, the initiative empowers girls with knowledge—reducing school absenteeism, fostering self-esteem, and enabling them to take control of their health and education.

The FLOW initiative continues to expand its reach across communities, offering a beacon of hope to thousands of girls who would otherwise suffer in silence. ZFH’s unwavering commitment underscores the importance of community-driven solutions in addressing gender-based inequalities.

As the campaign gains momentum, stakeholders and the public are encouraged to support and replicate such impactful initiatives. By investing in menstrual health and education, organizations and individuals alike can help build a more inclusive and equitable society for future generations.

With FLOW, Zaks Foundation is not just giving out sanitary pads—it is giving girls the freedom to learn, dream, and thrive.