All girls experience menstrual cycle, which is a normal and healthy occurrence. However, the lack of knowledge to deal with it restricts them, and it might limit their capacity to engage in social activities or even pursue an education.
Maintaining good hygiene is essential during the menstrual cycle. This includes awareness and correct practices. Furthermore, it pertains to the necessity to address societal norms and taboos associated with this subject; after all, menstruation with dignity is considered one of the overlooked human rights.
This topic is one of the bigger issues Iraq Health Access Organization tries to minimize, by providing comprehensive services at the Al-Qawsiyat Center for adolescent girls. In order to assist young girls during the menstrual cycle, the organization in cooperation with Iraqi Children Foundation, created kits on personal hygiene. These kits will be provided to the girls, and trainings on this subject will be conducted for the social workers and how to assist adolescent girls.
