Period Poverty Action Projects by MTM
Following in the footsteps of our sister organisation, MTM Awards, whose on-going project, Period Poverty Action Projects by MTM, founded in 2021 has been a huge success in the Lamu region, Western Kenya and outskirts of Nairobi distributing sanitary pads, girls inner pants and clothing to the Western Kenya and Nairobi counties. Period Povertty Action Projects creates awareness and provides sanitary pads to deprived communities on the remote island of Lamu, Kenya, supported by HURIS Foundation Mombasa, Kenya.
Period Poverty Action Projects by MTM
It’s great to see the initiative taken by Period Poverty Action Projects by MTM in addressing period poverty in the Pate Islands of Lamu, Kenya. Menstrual hygiene is a crucial aspect of women’s health, and your efforts to create awareness, educate, and provide support is commendable.
For individuals who want to get involved or support the cause, here are a few suggestions:
- Donations: We encourage people to donate sanitary pads, hygiene products, or financial contributions to support the cause. You can Financial contributions donations will directly impact the lives of girls and women in the Pate Islands.
- Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer opportunities available, whether local – the UK or in any East African State, for those that may want to contribute their time and skills to further the mission.
- Spread the Word: We encourage supporters to share our posts on social media platforms to increase awareness.
- Partnerships: Potential partnerships with businesses, schools, and other organisations that align with our mission are open.
- Educational Programs: We are looking for volunteers in the Swahili speaking countries, of East Africa to create awareness in schools and communities; this will empower girls with knowledge about puberty, hygiene, and gender-based violence.
- Contact for people who want to get in touch or contribute see below
Period poverty is a global issue, and every effort counts. Your dedication to addressing this problem and providing support is making a positive difference.
Period Poverty Action Projects by MTM
Ni vizuri kuona jitihada zilizochukuliwa na Miradi ya Hatua Dhidi ya Umaskini wa Hedhi na MTM katika kukabiliana na umaskini wa hedhi katika Visiwa vya Pate vya Lamu, Kenya. Usafi wa hedhi ni sehemu muhimu ya afya ya wanawake, na juhudi zenu za kueneza uelewa, kuelimisha, na kutoa msaada ni za kupongezwa.
Kwa watu wanaotaka kushiriki au kusaidia sababu, hapa kuna mapendekezo kadhaa:
- Michango: Tunahimiza watu kutoa pedi za hedhi, bidhaa za usafi, au michango ya kifedha kusaidia sababu. Michango ya kifedha itaathiri moja kwa moja maisha ya wasichana na wanawake kwenye Visiwa vya Pate.
- Fursa za Kujitolea: Fursa za kujitolea zinapatikana, iwe ni katika eneo la Uingereza au katika Jimbo lolote la Afrika Mashariki, kwa wale wanaotaka kuchangia muda na ujuzi wao kwa lengo la kuendeleza malengo ya miradi.
- Sambaza Ujumbe: Tunahimiza wafuasi kushiriki machapisho yetu kwenye majukwaa ya media ya kijamii ili kuongeza uelewa.
- Ushirikiano: Ushirikiano na biashara, shule, na mashirika mengine yanayolingana na malengo yetu yanakaribishwa.
- Programu za Elimu: Tunatafuta watu wa kujitolea katika nchi zinazozungumza Kiswahili, Mashariki mwa Afrika, kutoa uelewa katika shule na jamii; hii itawawezesha wasichana kujua kuhusu kubalehe, usafi, na ukatili wa kijinsia.
- Mawasiliano: Kwa watu wanaotaka kuwasiliana au kuchangia, tafadhali angalia maelezo hapa chini.
Umaskini wa hedhi ni tatizo la kimataifa, na kila jitihada ina umuhimu. Dhamira yenu ya kukabiliana na tatizo hili na kutoa msaada inaleta tofauti chanya. Mafanikio mema katika miradi yenu!
