Girl Power Foundation’s Initiatives: Through GPFU, Winnie engages in community sensitization on gender equality, girls’ rights to education, sexual reproductive health, and menstrual hygiene management. The organization also conducts workshops on making reusable pads, and self-esteem building, and provides role models to inspire girls to pursue their goals. Additionally, GPFU supports young mothers through groups that focus on sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender-based violence, parenting, life skills, and income-generating handicraft projects.

Menstrual Equity Advocacy: At the core of Girl Power Foundation Uganda’s mission is the belief that every girl should know about menstruation and access to safe menstrual materials. The organization works tirelessly to break menstrual myths, combat stigma, and provide accurate information about menstruation to boost girls’ self-esteem. Through fundraising efforts, GPFU ensures vulnerable girls have access to safe menstrual materials, including reusable pads.

Challenges and Solutions: Winnie Ainembaabazi acknowledges the challenges in demystifying menstrual myths deeply rooted in her community. The opposition from elders and the lack of information in local languages pose obstacles. However, GPFU is actively working to address these challenges by translating educational materials, training girls in pad-making, and exploring the possibility of setting up a production plant for affordable reusable pads.

The Importance of Menstrual Equity: Winnie emphasizes the importance of menstrual equity, asserting that it is a basic human right. By dispelling myths and providing access to information and safe menstrual materials, GPFU aims to empower women and girls to embrace their womanhood without shame or stigma, irrespective of their location or circumstances.

Closing Thoughts: Winnie Ainembaabazi’s dedication to menstrual equity through Girl Power Foundation Uganda serves as an inspiration to activists and organizations alike. As we reflect on her journey, it becomes evident that the work of GPFU is not just about distributing pads but about transforming lives and dismantling deeply ingrained taboos. Winnie’s vision of a world where every girl can embrace her womanhood with pride and dignity is a powerful call to action for us all.