Maria's Care Foundation
Non-profit Organizations
Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Making Period Care Accessible in Ghana
About us
Breaking barriers starts with basic dignity. At Maria's Care Foundation, we're tackling period poverty head-on in Ghana's most vulnerable communities. Our mission is simple yet transformative: ensuring every girl has access to essential menstrual care products. Why This Matters: Many girls miss up to 5 days of school monthly due to lack of sanitary supplies Limited access to menstrual products affects girls' education, confidence, and future opportunities Period poverty perpetuates the cycle of gender inequality in underserved communities What We Do: We distribute quality sanitary pads to girls in deprived communities across Ghana, partnering with local schools and community leaders to: Maintain consistent supply chains of menstrual products Educate communities about menstrual health Empower girls to stay in school and pursue their dreams Join us in creating a Ghana where no girl's potential is limited by period poverty. Together, we can build futures - one pad at a time.
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Type
- Nonprofit
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Breaking the Silence: Addressing Period Poverty and Empowering Women Everywhere Menstruation is a natural biological process, yet it remains shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding, impacting millions of women and girls worldwide. For some, it’s a mere inconvenience. For others, it’s a barrier to education, dignity, and opportunity. At Maria’s Care Foundation, we are committed to eliminating period poverty in Ghana. Period poverty is the lack of access to essential menstrual products, education, and sanitation, which disproportionately affects women and girls in low-income and crisis-affected areas. This global health dilemma leaves millions vulnerable to inequalities, injustice, and preventable health risks. Here are some startling facts: 📊 1 in 10 girls in Sub-Saharan Africa misses school due to menstruation. 📊 Lack of access to menstrual hygiene products and facilities increases risks of infections and social exclusion. But the impact goes beyond these numbers. Period poverty keeps young girls away from their potential, holding back communities and generations. At Maria’s Care Foundation, we see the transformation that happens when menstrual equity is prioritized. For example: 🌟 Meet Abena Abena, a 14-year-old from a rural Ghanaian community, used to miss a week of school every month. After receiving sanitary pads and attending one of our educational workshops, she hasn’t missed a day in six months. Her grades are improving, and her confidence is soaring. Together, we can: Educate communities on menstrual health. Provide free sanitary products to girls in need. Advocate for systemic change to make menstrual hygiene a right, not a privilege. Let’s break the silence and empower girls like Abena to chase their dreams—without limits. 👉 Want to join us in this mission? Here’s how you can help: Partner with Us: Collaborate to make a sustainable impact. Spread the Word: Share this post to amplify the message. #PeriodPoverty #MenstrualEquity #GirlsEducation #GhanaRises