Abstract
Girls who have learned how to make their own sanitary pads became strong advocates for improving sanitation in their schools and communities. Many have gone on to complete college and now function as community leaders who are impacting policy changes.
Sigma Membership
Alpha Zeta
Lead Author Affiliation
Columbia University, New York, New York, USA
Type
Poster
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Self-made Reusable Sanitary Pads, Girl Empowerment, Menstruation Hygiene Management
Recommended Citation
Moran, Mary, "Keeping girls in school during menses: Partnerships to enhance local and global health outcomes" (2019). Convention. 68.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/posters_2019/68
Conference Name
45th Biennial Convention
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Washington, DC, USA
Conference Year
2019
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Keeping girls in school during menses: Partnerships to enhance local and global health outcomes
Washington, DC, USA
Girls who have learned how to make their own sanitary pads became strong advocates for improving sanitation in their schools and communities. Many have gone on to complete college and now function as community leaders who are impacting policy changes.
Description
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.