Supporting Girl Child During Their Special Days.

Community Rescue Initiative
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Project Snapshot

Ask Amount

KES 255,000

Project Stage

Pilot

Launch Date

Wednesday, February 14th, 2024

Project Manager

Lilian Nyaidho

Project Partners Inc

KMET

Project Summary

Addressing the link between lack of sanitary towels and school dropouts, this project distributes pads and educates girls on menstrual hygiene. It aims to stop 'sex for pads', improve attendance, and reduce teen pregnancies.

Intervention Areas

Child Protection & WelfareEconomic Empowerment of WomenEnding Harmful Practices (FGMChild Marriage)Menstrual Health & Hygiene

Target Population

Low-Income Individuals & FamiliesVulnerable or Marginalized Populations (General)

Problem Statement

Lack of sanitary towels leads to absenteeism, school dropouts, and 'sex for pads', causing teen pregnancies and infections.

Proposed Solution

Distribute sanitary towels and provide education on reproductive health and menstrual hygiene management to 120 girls.

Expected Impact

100% school attendance, improved academic grades, eliminated 'sex for pads', reduced teen pregnancies, and better hygiene.

Sustainability Plan

The program will be integrated into existing government programs and supported through stakeholder collaborations.

Budget Breakdown

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