AABryt Foundation Backs Free Sanitary Pads Program

AABryt Foundation, a charity based organization with a focus on promoting issues on re[roductive and menstrual health, gender  equality a girl child education has lauded government’s decision to provide free sanitary pads to teenage girls, particularly those in underprivileged communities.

A press statement issued by the Foundation and signed by its founder, Diana Akosua Adutwumwaa Britwum, said the “Free Sanitary Pads” program recently announced by government, aligns with AABryt’s longstanding mission to eliminate the stigma surrounding menstruation and promote access to affordable, high-quality menstrual products for all teenage girls.

The AABryt Foundation statement issued on February 28^, 2025 noted: “The government’s program, “Free Sanitary Pads”, aligns with AABryt Foundation’s long-standing mission to break the stigma around menstruation and ensure access to affordable, high-quality menstrual products for all teenage menstruating girls.

We are thrilled to see the government take this bold step toward addressing period poverty and promoting menstrual health”, the statement noted about the initiative.

Adutwumwaa Britwum emphasized that access to sanitary products is a basic human right that will have a transformative impact on the lives of millions of teenage girls. She also stressed on the need for effective implementation, sustained funding, and continued efforts to dismantle the stigma surrounding menstruation.

To maximize the impact of the Free Sanitary Pads program, AABryt Foundation highlighted the need for community engagement, ensuring that local communities, especially teenage girls, are actively involved in the planning and execution of the program to effectively address their specific needs.

They also emphasize the need to expand education and awareness to challenge taboos, encourage open conversations, and promote hygiene practices. Additionally, sustainability should be a priority by incorporating eco-friendly and reusable menstrual products to reduce environmental impact.

Furthermore, the Foundation urged government to consider reducing import taxes on sanitary products to lower costs and support local manufacturers.

“Encourage local manufacturers and importers by cutting import taxes to reduce the cost of sanitary pads”, the statement read.

Lastly, they urge the government to foster strong partnerships by leveraging the expertise of local NGOs, community-based organizations, and private sector partners to enhance the program’s reach and effectiveness.

AABryt Foundation has been at the forefront of menstrual health advocacy for the past three years, distributing over 15,000 sanitary pads to more than 3,000 teenage girls across Greater Accra, Ashanti, Oti, Eastern, Central, and Volta regions.

In alignment with the government’s initiative, the foundation pledges to collaborate with relevant authorities to ensure the successful distribution of sanitary products, particularly in remote areas.

It will also conduct workshops and awareness campaigns to complement government efforts in debunking menstrual myths and taboos. Additionally, the foundation will advocate for policies that guarantee the sustainability and expansion of menstrual health resources.