Understanding the Need

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Access to menstrual hygiene products is a basic health need, yet many women and girls face barriers to obtaining them. Financial hardship, limited access to products, and the inability to use SNAP benefits for menstrual products can force individuals to make difficult choices between essential necessities.

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The effects of period poverty extend beyond a monthly inconvenience—they can impact education, employment, physical health, confidence, and overall well-being. At Dignity for Every Cycle, we believe no one should go without the products they need. Through community partnerships, education, and compassionate support, we're working to ensure women, teens, and families in Camden, Miller, and Morgan Counties have access to essential menstrual hygiene products with dignity and confidence.