MARGAO: The future of periods needs to be sustainable, stated Ruchika Katyal, South Goa District Collector, as she launched EcoSwitch campaign on sustainable menstrual health by Human Touch Foundation, on International Youth Day, at Canacona.
Over 60 adolescent girls from Gaondogrim convened at the panchayat hall for the launch of ‘EcoSwitch’, Human Touch Foundation’s campaign on sustainable menstrual hygiene on International Youth Day.
Peter F Borges, founder of Human Touch Foundation; Suman Gaonkar, Sarpanch, Gaondogrim; Dr Vandana Dessai, Health Officer, Canacona Health Centre and Simon Rebello, chairperson, Canacona Municipal Council were also present at the function held at Gaondongrim.
District Collector said that this kind of youth engagement on a sensitive topic is vital.
“It is a matter that concerns not just women and girls but affects everyone. There is a need to advocate for healthy school environments, reduce the social and physical barriers that deny girls of knowledge, and provide them with the supplies and facilities they need to manage their menstruation,” Ruchika said.
As part of the initiative, the Human Touch Foundation will undertake various on-ground and digital activities including distribution of menstrual cups and cloth pads among underprivileged girls in collaboration with outreach partners.
EcoSwitch campaign launched
