Posted on April 18, 2024

The movement for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld

Millions of women and girls* around the world are prevented from reaching their full potential. Just because they menstruate. On 28 May, we unite to change that. Menstrual Hygiene Day brings together non-profits, governments, the private sector, and millions of individuals. Together, we increase awareness and action towards our common goal: a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. A world where the taboos and stigma surrounding menstruation are history. Where everyone has access to quality menstrual products, period education and period-friendly toilets. But Menstrual Hygiene Day is more than an awareness day. In the past 10 years, the movement has grown tremendously. Today, more and more of us are also working towards a #PeriodFriendlyWorld beyond 28 May.

*We recognise that not everyone who menstruates identifies as a woman and that not all women menstruate

The progress of MH Day

In 2014, Menstrual Hygiene Day started with just 155 partners and 89 pieces of media coverage. Since then, it has grown into a global movement for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. In 2023, more than 1,000 MH Day partner organisations, individuals, influencers and the media generated the biggest global conversation to date. Collectively, we reached more than 705 million people and pushed back taboos and stigma like never before.

10 years of MH Day

This year, Menstrual Hygiene Day turns 10. That means 10 years of campaigning and advocating. Of speaking up and – step by step - changing how the world perceives menstruation. In these 10 years, we have made a massive impact all over the world. And we are not done yet.

Participate in Menstrual Hygiene Day

Menstrual Hygiene Day is open to everyone. Because everyone, individual or organisation, can join the conversation. And has something to contribute. Join the movement and help create a world where women and girls are no longer held back because they menstruate.

Together, we are louder. Together, we strive for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld.

Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld

In a #PeriodFriendlyWorld, the stigma and taboos surrounding menstruation are history. It is a world where everyone can access the products, period education and period-friendly infrastructure they need. With one message, we are louder! Here, you find all you need to participate in MH Day.

Get started right away!

Everyone can download and use the MH Day campaign materials. Explore the database to find the right materials for you. Do you have something specific in mind? Use the filters for a pre-selection. Just browsing? Go ahead! You will find what you are looking for.

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