Articles
On this page, you’ll find a collection of articles written by our team and contributors, exploring nuances of menstrual health & care, period poverty, and menstrual equity. From informative pieces shedding light on the menstrual cycle to insightful discussions on the social and economic impacts of period poverty, our articles cover a broad range of topics relevant to anyone interested in advancing menstrual equity.
Whether you’re curious about menstrual health, seeking inspiration for advocacy, or looking for practical solutions to address period poverty in your community, we invite you to explore our articles to learn about menstrual equity.
Beyond Vision: Managing Menstruation as a Blind or Low-Vision Person
Introduction Menstrual health management is an essential aspect of well-being, yet individuals who are visually impaired (VI) face unique challenges in navigating their menstrual cycles
Queeriods: Stories of Bodies, Blood, and Belonging
“Queeriods : Histoires de corps, de sang et d’appartenance” est un projet de récits photographiques visant à capturer la diversité des expériences que vivent les personnes queers, trans, non binaires et intersexes avec – et sans – un cycle menstruel.
Menopause or an Invisible Period of Change
Enter into an honest and liberating conversation about menopause. Discover how to approach this chapter of your life with strength and understanding. In four parts, this article will lay the groundwork for menopause and its symptoms while listing some lifestyle tips!
Disability & Gender-Based Violence
Gender-Based Violence impacts people with disabilities at disproportionate rates. This article will explore why this happens, and what we can do about it.
Creating Accessible Bathrooms
Accessibility features can be easily overlooked, but are key to the safety and comfort of people with disabilities. I spoke with experts to ask advice on creating accessible washrooms for people who have disabilities and the resources they follow as guidelines.
Importance of Menstrual Education for Persons with Disabilities
People who have disabilities are not provided with the same access to sexual and menstrual education as their non-disabled peers. We believe disability should not hinder anyone’s access to safe, dignified and accurate education.
Promoting Menstrual Independence for Persons with Cognitive Disability
Supporting a person with a cognitive disability can be challenging, especially when it comes to teaching menstrual care skills. This article will help you develop a strategy to ensure your loved one feels dignified and empowered in their menstrual care.
Navigating Changing Libido During Menopause
Menopause marks a significant life transition, bringing hormonal changes that can impact sexual health and libido. By understanding these shifts and exploring supportive strategies, people can adapt with confidence, fostering well-being and embracing this new chapter of life.
Managing Menstruation with a Physical Disability
Learning how to manage your menstrual health can be a challenge for anyone at various stages in their life, but perhaps especially so for disabled persons. This article outlines strategies and products that can make healthy menstrual practices easier.
Mental health and menstrual cycle
Explore with us the intersection between menstrual health and mental health, where the two converge to influence overall well-being. Dive into an enriching discussion on the impact of menstrual cycles on emotional health and discover how a holistic approach can promote optimal balance.
Menstrual Art as Activism
Prepare to be intrigued as we venture into the captivating world of menstrual art, where creativity meets taboo-breaking expression. Let’s explore how artists harness the power of menstruation to challenge societal norms and ignite meaningful conversations.
Period Poverty in Prisons
This text reveals the extreme menstrual poverty that has plagued prisons for decades, exacerbated by a crying lack of financial resources and dehumanizing administrative choices. Immerse yourself with us in the reality of all these people deprived of dignity and basic care.
Houselessness and Menstruation in Canada
Dive into the often overlooked intersection of houselessness and menstruation in Canada. Join us as we delve into the critical issue of period poverty, spotlighting the urgent need for accessible menstrual hygiene resources and advocating for dignity and equality for all.
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