A Global Call For Action To Eliminate Gender-Based Violence
Gender-based violence is a pervasive and deeply rooted issue that affects individuals across the globe, irrespective of their age, race, socioeconomic status, or nationality. Globally, an estimated 736 million women—almost one in three—have been subjected to physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence, non-partner sexual violence, or both at least once in their lives (30 per […]
Gender-based violence and menstrual discrimination
The relationship between gender-based violence (GBV) and menstrual health is more entwined than people may think. Both GBV and menstrual discrimination are human rights violations and public health issues because they prevent women, girls, and queer individuals from fully participating in society. In addition, they cause humiliation, deprive individuals of personal liberty, and take away their agency. […]
Rethinking Menstrual Justice from the Feminist Perspective
At Irise, our mission is to create menstrual health-friendly schools and communities around East Africa by providing educational resources and high-quality sustainable menstrual products. In the fight against period poverty, our efforts are much appreciated but there is still slow adoption to rescue and restore girls’ dignity and it’s often done without considering the feminist approach. […]