The Motives of WASH Project
Awareness
A team of volunteers and doctors visit underprivileged women in remote areas to educate them about menstrual health. They are explained the reasons behind menstruation and how to deal with the changes, from menarche to menopause.
Affordability
Considering their cost, many can’t avail of menstrual products. We at HFH distribute free sanitary napkins to rural women and teach them how to make their own out of cotton to ensure that the women become independent and self-reliant.
Nutrition
A shocking 53.2% of non-pregnant and 50.4% of pregnant women in India were found to be anemic (2016) due to a lack of proper nutrition and an imbalanced diet. Nutritionists and volunteers from HFH instruct on how to stay fit and healthy for their daily tasks.
Sanitation & Hygiene
A motivated team of gynecologists and research scholars, explain the importance of absolute personal hygiene, and the hazards of improper menstrual health. They are also taught how to properly use pads and dispose of them in a sanitary way.
Safe Space
Psychologists and counselors provide a safe space for women to open up, share their experiences and feel supported through this phase, and address their issues in stable and consistent ways. It is of utmost importance for women to feel empowered.