Before I begin, it’s important that I mention that not all women menstruate, and not everyone who menstruates identifies as a woman, so I’ll omit the term “feminine hygiene products” in order to be more inclusive. It’s also important to note that people who have periods in developing countries are often still persecuted, and usually lack access to adequate menstrual hygiene products and period-related education.

Even people in our own communities aren’t always able to afford the necessary products for their period. While we’ve come a long way in that regard, some of us are still suffering from a lack of menstrual hygiene and education, and this problem needs attention so we can continue moving forward.