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Pad-A-Girl Campaign Targets Greater Impact in 2025

The Estrol Meleki Foundation has outlined ambitious plans for 2025 as it builds on the success of its Pad-A-Girl Campaign, a program dedicated to improving menstrual hygiene for girls in underserved communities. 

Executive Director Estrol Meleki Mwape says the new year offers an opportunity to expand the initiative’s reach and deepen its impact.  

“This year, we aim to reach more underserved areas, foster stronger partnerships, and advocate for policies that make menstrual health a priority,” Mwape said.

 “Our mission remains ensuring that no girl is left behind because of limited access to menstrual products or education.”  

The foundation’s 2025 agenda includes broadening its distribution of reusable and disposable menstrual pads to more schools and communities.

 Education will continue to play a central role, with plans to increase awareness about menstrual hygiene and address the stigma often associated with menstruation.  

“Education is essential to breaking barriers,” Mwape emphasized.

 “By empowering girls with knowledge, we give them the confidence to focus on their studies and their futures.”  

Advocacy will also take center stage in 2025 as the campaign pushes for systemic change. 

Mwape highlighted the need for national and local policies that prioritize menstrual health as part of public health and education strategies.

 “Menstrual health is not just a women’s issue; it’s a societal one,” she said.  

The foundation attributes much of its success to the support of partners, donors, and volunteers and is calling on more individuals and organizations to join the cause in 2025. 

“Collective action is key to creating lasting change,” Mwape noted.  

Reflecting on the determination of the girls the foundation serves, Mwape expressed optimism for the year ahead.

 “Their resilience inspires us to keep striving for a world where every girl can live with dignity and confidence,” she said.  

As the new year unfolds, the Pad-A-Girl Campaign is poised to make an even greater impact, working toward a future where menstrual health is no longer a barrier to education or opportunity. 

For more information or to support the initiative, the Estrol Meleki Foundation encourages the public to get involved and help drive this critical mission forward.

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