Basic hygiene supplies are not readily available or easily accessible for many women and girls across the globe. In particular, for many women in Africa, access to sanitary products remains a significant challenge. Sanitary products can be hard to find and very expensive. We believe that every woman deserves to feel a sense of empowerment throughout her menstrual cycle. GreaterGood is working with Kosmotive, a company founded in 2014, whose mission is to help improve maternal and child health in Rwanda and throughout Africa* by providing reusable sanitary pads to women.

This amazing organization has developed an initiative to provide cost-effective, reusable, and eco-friendly pads for young women in the hopes that women will "come to see their periods as a source of pride and power."* Without sanitary products girls often miss school during menstruation, setting them back in their education.

Many families cannot afford the cost of pads and tampons and at times supplies can simply be hard to come by. "Menstruation is an educational and health policy concern that needs awareness so that young women can manage their periods effectively and young boys and girls can be educated on reproductive health" according to UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). In an article posted by UNESCO, a senior student who received a kit stated: "My mother had advised me to use pieces of clothes because she could not afford the cost of standard pads every month. I am grateful for the donation."

 

Each kit contains FIVE reusable pads, a wet bag and a carrying bag. Each pad is made of a unique fabric and can last up to two years! Also, they are free of toxins, breathable, and comfortable to wear. They are made by women, for women, and help each African woman "save 88% of the money they would otherwise spend on disposable pads."*  These hygiene kits truly have a huge impact on each individual who receives them.

Help women and young girls by sending essential hygiene kits that promote and encourage feminine pride and dignity.

 

Stories

• "KosmoPads were sent to GS Bare in Ngoma district of the Eastern province, GS Mataba in Rutsiro district of the Western province, and GS Binaga in Rulindo district of the Northern province of Rwanda. The girls were very happy, the teachers and the parents also shared their heartfelt gratitude as well. Thank you once again." - Blandine founder and CEO at Kosmotive.

 

Other important information:

• You will not receive a shipment from this purchase. We will facilitate the donation directly with qualifying organizations your behalf.
• You will be charged all required taxes for your location. Save your receipt and consult your tax professional to determine if you're able to claim this purchase as a tax-deductible donation expense.
• GreaterGood has ultimate authority and discretion with regard to the distribution of Benefit Buy contributions based upon what the receiving organization needs the most. We will always contribute products of equal or greater value. Contributions may be distributed as cash or may be used to help other charity partners depending on the greatest need.
  
• GreaterGood is proud to help provide this opportunity to people in need. We are 20 Years Strong, and we couldn't have done it without your support--thank you!

 

Resources Used:

• tonyelumelufoundation.org, The Tony Elumelu Foundation
• Youtube, Kosmotive Channel
• UNESCO.org, Article: Reusable Menstrual Pads Giving Period Dignity to Adolescent Girls in Rwanda
• www.kosmotive.rw, Kosmotive