Her First Period Stole Her Future.
Your Gift Can Restore It.

The Rag That Stole Her Education: How $50 Rewrites Her Story

Thousands of girls in Uganda miss school every month due to lack of menstrual products. With your support, we can provide reusable pads, hygiene education, and restore dignity to girls in Nakawuka, Wakiso District.

The Silent Crisis No One Talks About

In the villages of Nakawuka, Wakiso District, 14-year-old girls hide in their huts, clutching bunched-up newspaper against their bodies. When their first period arrives at school, there are no pads, no private washing areas - only shame and humiliation.

20%

Of school days missed yearly due to menstruation

1 in 3

Girls use unsafe materials like rags or leaves

65%

Dropout rate increase during puberty years

"I use old T-shirts... but they leak. I stay home to avoid disgrace."

— Annet, 15, Nakawuka, Wakiso District

Without proper menstrual products, girls face painful infections, humiliation, and the heartbreaking decision to drop out of school - shattering dreams of becoming nurses, teachers, or community leaders.

Girl in Uganda

This Isn't Just About Hygiene. It's About Justice.

We partner with local Ugandan women to create life-changing solutions

Reusable Pad Kits

8 high-quality reusable pads that last 3+ years, with a waterproof carrying bag

Hygiene Education

Comprehensive training on menstrual health and hygiene practices

Stigma-Busting Workshops

Community sessions to break taboos and promote dignity

Economic Empowerment

Training women to make pads, creating sustainable income

Why Reusable Pads?

✓ Sustainable: No waste, no ongoing costs
✓ Empowering: Locally made, fostering independence
✓ Life-Saving: Reduces infections and school dropouts

"Since receiving the reusable pads, girls attend class every day. Their confidence is back, and they believe they can be anything they dream of. This program has transformed our school and community."

Teacher Mukasa

Rural Uganda School

This is more than a pad. It's her education. Her health. Her future.

Don't let her period be the end of her story. Your gift today writes a new chapter filled with hope, dignity, and opportunity.

Donate Now and Restore Her Future

Have Questions?

We're here to provide more information about our program

Call Us

+256 754606310

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EAT

WhatsApp

+256 781597027

Available 24/7 for messages

Email

elder@ubuntuelderlycare.org

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Nakawuka, Wakiso District

Kampala, Uganda