Project Wanathamulla

In Wanathamulla, Sri Lanka, school-aged girls struggle to attend school due to the challenges of period poverty. Working with local community leader Mrs. Pushpa Galhena has enabled us to gain an understanding of the severity of period poverty in Wanathamulla. With a population of 17,355, approximately 1,735–2,169 of these girls fall into this age group, and based on income and access levels, 870–1,500 of them urgently need menstrual hygiene support.

While this may seem like an overwhelming number, your donation can make a tangible difference. For every $2,000 we raise, we can provide 1,675 period packs, each costing 350 LKR. By distributing 12 packs per girl, we can meet each girl’s needs for 6 months. This means our $2,000 goal can help approximately 140 girls sustain their menstrual hygiene and attend school with confidence.

Reaching our $2,000 goal would allow us to provide even more support, including educational sessions on menstrual health, helping these young women stay in school and avoid the stigma and challenges of period poverty. Together, we can break down barriers and build brighter futures for them.

Every dollar counts and your generosity can transform lives. Click the button to donate and be part of this life-changing cause today!

Mrs. Pushpa Galhena, a retired teacher and a community leader in Wanathamulla

Mrs. Galhena introduced me to this family in Wanathamulla. The two sisters on the left have to skip school during their period, simply because they lack the proper products to take care of themselves at school. Stories like theirs are what motivates me to address this inaccessibility of safe ways to manage menstruation.