Empower Her: Sanitary Hygiene by Salams Foundation
Breaking Barriers: Ending Period Poverty to Empower Women and Girls Worldwide.
"Whoever relieves a Muslim of a burden from the burdens of this world, Allah will relieve him of a burden from the burdens of the Hereafter."
Hadith (on relieving hardship)
Imagine the shame of a whispered secret, the agony of missing school every month, the impossible choice between a meal and a basic necessity. For millions of women and girls around the globe, menstruation isn’t just a natural bodily function; it’s a monthly ordeal of humiliation, health risks, and missed opportunities. They are young girls dropping out of school, women unable to work, futures dimmed by the simple lack of sanitary hygiene.
Empower Her: Sanitary Hygiene, a crucial initiative of Salams Foundation, is transforming this silent struggle into a powerful movement of dignity and empowerment. We don’t just provide sanitary products; we deliver health, confidence, and the freedom for women and girls to live their lives fully, without interruption or shame. We believe that no woman or girl should ever be held back by her period.
Your compassion can turn shame into confidence. Your generosity can unlock a girl's future today.
The Hidden Crisis: Why Your Heartfelt Support is Needed Right Now.
The lack of access to adequate menstrual hygiene products and facilities, often known as “period poverty,” is a global crisis impacting the health, education, and dignity of countless women and girls. This hidden struggle keeps them from reaching their full potential and perpetuates cycles of inequality.
Look into these stark and heartbreaking truths from 2024:
Widespread Lack of Access
Globally, it’s estimated that 500 million women and girls lack adequate access to menstrual hygiene management (MHM) facilities. This includes access to safe, private sanitation facilities and affordable sanitary products.
A Barrier to Education
In many low-income countries, 1 in 10 girls misses school during their period due to lack of access to products and proper sanitation, leading to significant educational setbacks and increased dropout rates. Over time, this can lead to girls falling behind their male peers, perpetuating gender inequality.
Health Risks and Dignity Loss
Without proper sanitary products, women and girls resort to unhygienic alternatives like rags, leaves, or even ashes, leading to increased risks of infections, discomfort, and a profound loss of dignity and self-esteem. The emotional and psychological toll is immense.
Economic Disadvantage
Period poverty prevents women from attending work and engaging in economic activities, trapping families in cycles of poverty and hindering community development.
Every month without proper sanitary hygiene means another girl’s education is interrupted, another woman’s dignity is compromised. Your immediate action can break this cycle.
Every month without proper sanitary hygiene means another girl’s education is interrupted, another woman’s dignity is compromised. Your immediate action can break this cycle.
Witness the Transformation: Your Gift, Her Unstoppable Future.
Our Promise: Dignity, Education, and Lasting Empowerment.
Empower Her: Sanitary Hygiene by Salams Foundation is built on an unwavering commitment to restoring dignity and unlocking potential. We work tirelessly to provide not just products, but comprehensive solutions that educate, empower, and uplift women and girls. Our focus extends beyond material aid:
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Dignified Access
We ensure products are distributed respectfully and discreetly, honoring the privacy of every recipient.
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Education & Awareness
We conduct workshops to break down taboos, provide vital health information, and empower girls and women with knowledge about their bodies.
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Integrated Support
Salams Foundation’s broader mission for women and children, including our Family Violence Support, Disability Inclusion, and Orphan Sponsorship Programs, ensures girls and women receive holistic care, fostering environments where they can thrive.
Frequently asked question
100% of your donation directly procures and distributes sanitary hygiene products, and supports educational workshops and facility improvements. Our administrative costs are covered by a separate fund, ensuring your gift goes straight to those who need it most.
We meticulously identify communities with the highest levels of period poverty and educational needs, collaborating with trusted on-the-ground partners to reach the most vulnerable women and girls.
- You can directly empower us through a bank transfer:
- Name: Salams Foundation
- BSB: 063385
- Account: 1080 1412
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