For girls in rural western Kenya, having access to sanitary pads means the difference between missing weeks of school each year or full attendance and good grades. Additionally, many schools lack sufficient latrines that offer privacy and water for menstruating girls. With these obstacles, too many girls stay home from school during their periods and that lost time adversely affects their education. By working in 26 schools with approximately 650 girls, Sasa Harambee can change this.
A girl named, Charity struggled with missing school because her access to sanitary pads was limited and her school did not have adequate latrines with water for washing up. Now, with help from Sasa Harambee, she no longer misses school. She can take care of her monthly needs and keep up with studies too. Her self-confidence and her grades have soared! Photo credit Sasa Harambee
