HEJSupport Interview with Ebby Weyime, Founder of The Grace Cup
In a country where some people don’t even make a dollar a day, a pad doesn’t really become a necessity, over something like food.
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HEJSupport Interview with Jana Girdauskas, Founder and Education Manager at The Period Purse
“Let’s reduce the stigma, let’s talk about periods more, let’s know more about it.”
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Moving Away from Menstrual Capitalism
While advancements in the menstrual product industry have led to increased freedom and choice for people who menstruate, marketing strategies have begun to co-opt feminist messaging in order to commercialize these necessities for financial gain.
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HEJSupport Interview with Kate Elliott, President at Changing the Flow
“Menstrual equity is having equal access to period products, ways to manage menstruation, as well as education around reproductive health.”
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Composting Sustainable Menstrual Products
While many sustainable menstrual products are reusable, organic and plastic-free single-use options exist that can be composted to reduce their environmental impact.
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New Petition Calls on UK Government to Categorize Period Pants as Menstrual Products
The UK government has committed to removing the value-added tax for menstrual products – WUKA is campaigning to ensure this includes period underwear
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Forecasted Menstrual Cup Market Growth: 2019-2026
The global menstrual cup market is anticipated to be worth $963 million by 2026.
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Sustainable Menstruation Corporation Diva International Inc. named among Canada’s Greenest Employers of 2020
Diva International Inc. is leading the way for corporate environmental responsibility in Canada.
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Incentivizing Sustainable Menstruation: Best Practices from Rosemont, Montreal
Subsidizing reusable period products is a great way to promote sustainable alternatives while working toward menstrual equity
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Period Poverty and the Global Pandemic
Period poverty is being exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, more than ever, is a good time to advocate for sustainable menstruation and menstrual equity.
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