Half of the population menstruates. But not everyone knows that 2 in 5 people struggle to purchase period supplies due to lack of income. This is called period poverty, and chances are we each know someone who has experienced this need -- a neighbor, a coworker, a friend. No student or adult should have to miss work or school, no individual should have to substitute a sock or tissue for a pad, and no person should have to miss out on daily life because they are unable to afford the supplies they need. That is why from May 20-28, Atlanta GLOW will be participating in Period Poverty Awareness Week (PPAW).
The Alliance for Period Supplies created Period Poverty Awareness Week (PPAW) to educate on the issue period poverty and the impact period poverty has on menstruators. Join the movement by taking the pledge below to help #endperiodpoverty. Remember, the more awareness activities you participate in this month, the more opportunities you’ll have to help us #endperiodpoverty! So keep your eyes and ears posted all month long for all the fun details!