She dispelled pre-conceived notions created about self-defense by the media that suggest that self-defense involves big kicks and punches and is for frightening situations. Susie suggested that this hinders individuals from employing self-defense techniques.
Read MoreCommunity Resource Persons (CRPs) are in charge of conducting awareness sessions in their rural areas related to issues like mother and child healthcare, health and hygiene, nutrition, birth spacing and much more. But this was the very first time when these CRPs were participating in focus group discussions on menstrual health and its importance.
Read MoreDiscovered several menstruation-related misconceptions like avoid taking a shower, skipping school, and feeling embarrassed during these days. Some of the participants agreed with the myths, stating that showering after three days could be beneficial for menstruation and health.
Read MoreWith 44 women leaders, we began our methodology of using personal narratives, Q&A, shared storytelling, and technology-driven curriculum to talk about the basics of menstruation.
Read MoreWhile girls and women still menstruated anxiously under lockdowns and without access to any products, the only hygiene everyone was concerned for and about was covid-related.
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