Marking Menstrual Hygiene Day 28th May 2025 in Wabigalo Parish

On 28th May – Menstrual Hygiene Day, Msichana Uganda partnered with WEZESHA Community Development Hub to bring menstrual dignity closer to home for girls and women in Wabigalo Parish. Together, we reached the Central Zone, Project Zone, Industrial View Zone, and Kalina Zone, distributing reusable sanitary pads and engaging communities in open conversations about menstrual health. For many of the […]

Celebrating Women’s Day with a Step towards Menstrual Equity

On 8th March 2025, as the world commemorated International Women’s Day, Msichana Uganda marked the occasion with a milestone moment for menstrual health and dignity in Uganda. We were honored to receive reusable sanitary pad machinery and equipment, generously donated by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA). The handover ceremony was graced by Mr. Murat Çetin, the Country Director […]

Menstrual Hygiene Outreach

We organized a menstrual hygiene outreach at St. Muggaga Secondary School – Jjalamba, Buwama Town Council, Mpigi District, we engaged with the girls in a series of interactive sessions focusing on the Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of women and girls. These sessions are designed to be engaging and informative, providing a safe space for the girls to learn […]

Empowering Girls through Menstrual Hygiene Education

We visited Binyiny Senior Secondary School, Kween District, to conduct interactive sessions on menstrual hygiene and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for women and girls. This visit was part of our broader initiative to address the critical issues surrounding menstrual health and to provide young girls with the knowledge and resources they need to manage their periods with […]

Outreach at Brain Trust College

We were hosted for an outreach at Brain Trust College Kawumba in Buwama Sub-County, Mpigi district. Our interactive sessions with the girls focused on menstrual hygiene—an essential aspect of women’s health. This discussion also revolved around Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of women and girls. Unfortunately like in many other areas, taboos and misinformation often hinder the progress of […]

Menstrual Hygiene Day Outreach

Breaking Taboos, Providing Dignity On this Menstrual Hygiene Day, we visited Mitala Maria Hill SS and St Benedict SS Buwama in Mpigi district. We had an interesting and interactive session with the girls from these schools about menstrual hygiene and the topics surrounding it. Menstrual hygiene is a critical aspect of women’s health. It encompasses practices and products that ensure […]

A Day of Advocacy against Gender-Based Violence and Female Genital Mutilation

The serene campus of Kwosir Seed Secondary School in Kween district buzzed with energy and purpose. Students, teachers, and community members gathered for an impactful event— a day of advocacy against Gender-Based Violence and Female Genital Mutilation. The goal? An informative session – to foster informed discussions, raise awareness, and empower individuals to take action against these deeply entrenched issues. […]

Community Outreach at Nsanja UMEA P/S

We had the opportunity to take another step towards a big goal – ending period poverty in Uganda. We conducted a community outreach at Nsanja UMEA P/S Luwunga, Kituntu Sub-County, Mpigi District where over 160 girls were able to benefit. This outreach was aimed at promoting menstrual hygiene and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) among school girls in […]

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2024: Empowering Women Today, Building a Better Tomorrow

International Women’s Day 2024 is a global celebration of women’s achievements, progress, and resilience. As we commemorate this day in 2024, we reflect on the strides we’ve made towards gender equality and acknowledge the work that still lies ahead. This year’s theme, “Inspire Inclusion,” emphasizes the importance of empowering women in all aspects of life to create a more equitable […]