User:Jeanie.chan/Sustainable menstruation

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A study was conducted in that wanted to evaluate what words for sustainability among the areas of menstruation management within a community of women which includes menstruation products.

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'''There are currently three different types of menstrual products that are used by girls and women. One would be used from old garments, two would be toilet paper, and three would be the modern sanitary napkin.  The products have slowly evolved to what society has gotten accustomed to of utilizing sanitary napkins, menstrual cups, period underwear, and tampons.'''

Organization
The Pad Project '''is a non-profit organization that focuses on how to improve women's hygiene and education within developing countries. The country of India has grasped the attention since their objective is to provide affordable and sustainable menstrual hygiene solutions for both young girls and women. Additionally, this program focuses on raising awareness about menstrual health and breaking the stigma that surrounds menstruation by providing educational programs and a community to outreach. Some key initiatives of the Pad Project is to be able to offer products at a low-cost, biodegradable sanitary pads. By doing so, it can be produced locally with readily materials to be used.'''

Types of Menstrual Products
Reusable cloth pads '''are made from soft and absorbent fabric that can be washed and reused multiple times. It's able to reduce the amount of single-use disposable pads that can end up in landfills and oceans.'''

Menstrual cups '''are flexible cups that are made with medical-grade silicone, rubber, or latex. It is then inserted into the vagina to collect the menstrual fluid. It is reusable and can last for many year with the proper care. It can significantly reduce the amount of waste generated versus disposable pads and tampons.'''

Biodegradable disposable pads/tampons '''are produced by companies that are made from biodegradable materials such as organic cotton, bamboo, or plant-based plastics. With the product being single-use, it is easier for the materials to be broken down in landfills and is reducing the carbon footprint and environmental impact compared to their counterpart of the traditional plastic-based menstrual products.'''

Period underwear '''are made from an absorbent and leak-proof fabric that can be worn alone or as a backup for other menstrual products. It is washable and reusable that can eliminate disposable pads or tampons. This innovation can aid in reducing wastes and resources thats associated with production and of disposable single-use products.'''

Limited Accessibility Around the World
Period Poverty is the lack of access to safe and clean menstrual products during periods along with the limited knowledge of the fundamentals of sanitation services and facilities. '''The limited accessibility poses a challenge to young girls and women. In many regions, the menstrual products are at high costs which makes their living situations not affordable. This results in them using rags, paper, or even leaves from trees to improvise menstrual products which is often unsanitary and ineffective. The lack of resources can lead girls into missing school or work during their menstrual cycle. In areas with limited infrastructure like rural areas have little access to sanitary facilities like toilets and clean water for washing. Disposal is also inadequate and promotes bacteria, illnesses and diseases to grow. By addressing these barriers and challenges that require a more inclusive approach, it can provide affordable products along with education, community engagement, and infrastructure development. This is to ensure that menstruation will no longer be a challenge and can transform to being a place of empowerment to girls and women worldwide.'''