On Saturday, the JK Centre for Peace and Justice Foundation (JKCPJ) held a successful menstrual hygiene camp in Naranag, Kangan.
Recognising the need of teaching both men and women about menstruation health and cleanliness in order to improve women’s lives, the JKCPJ team, lead by Director Nadir Ali, visited a tribal village of young women to increase awareness.
During the camp, JKCPJ mental health counsellor Syed Manaal Andrabi was instrumental in raising awareness among young girls about the importance of menstrual hygiene. She gave the female participants a thorough review of the numerous menstrual health challenges. Menstrual hygiene, according to Manaal, is critical for women’s general health since it may avoid the beginning of many health disorders such as infections and cancer later in life.
The campers discussed their own experiences and worries about menstruation health, and they received attentive replies and counselling. Mr. Mian Riyaz, Sarpanch, and Panch, Mr. Sajad Ali, congratulated JKCPJ for organising such a significant event and hailed the organization’s staff for their efforts in enhancing women’s overall well-being.
Director JKCPJ Nadir Ali emphasised the significance of eradicating the stigma and taboo around menstruation health conversations. He emphasised the need of teaching young boys and men in order to effect meaningful change in society and make women’s life easier on the ground. Sharika Zargar gave an instructive review of menstrual hygiene and debunked prevalent period misconceptions, such as the assumption that missed periods signify pregnancy. She also warned against using cloth instead of sanitary pads, which may cause serious infections.
During the occasion, indigenous women revealed some of their traditional techniques for relieving menstrual pains. JKCPJ delivered sanitary pads to tribal women and promised to continue campaigning for change and offering assistance to women.
The JKCPJ menstrual hygiene camp not only promoted awareness but also gave participants a feeling of empowerment. It served as a reminder of the necessity of addressing menstrual health problems and working towards a culture that prioritises women’s well-being.
