Together for a
The movement for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld
The movement for a
The movement for a
#PeriodFriendlyWorld
Millions of women and girls* around the world are prevented from reaching their full potential. Just because they menstruate. On 28 May, we unite to change that. Menstrual Hygiene Day brings together non-profits, governments, the private sector, and millions of individuals. Together, we increase awareness and action towards our common goal: a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. A world where the taboos and stigma surrounding menstruation are history. Where everyone has access to quality menstrual products, period education and period-friendly toilets. But Menstrual Hygiene Day is more than an awareness day. In the past 10 years, the movement has grown tremendously. Today, more and more of us are also working towards a #PeriodFriendlyWorld beyond 28 May.
*We recognise that not everyone who menstruates identifies as a woman and that not all women menstruate
The progress of MH Day
In 2014, Menstrual Hygiene Day started with just 155 partners and 89 pieces of media coverage. Since then, it has grown into a global movement for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. In 2023, more than 1,000 MH Day partner organisations, individuals, influencers and the media generated the biggest global conversation to date. Collectively, we reached more than 705 million people and pushed back taboos and stigma like never before.
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Menstrual Hygiene Day has 1,003 official partner organisations, ranging from UNICEF, UNFPA and the World Bank to hundreds of small grassroots NGOs. Sub-Saharan Africa is the region with the most partners. India is the country with the highest number of partners.
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In 2023, we picked up 17,828 pieces of media coverage – a new all-time record! Let's take a look at the most popular topics. NGOs calling for more action and opinion pieces by thought leaders received a lot of media attention. Extraordinary events and new research also generated a lot of coverage. Last but not least, the media was very interested in concrete commitments to action. For example, commitments to provide free access to products and funding commitments.
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In 2023, our monitoring tools tracked more than 222,000 contributions on social media. Sub-Saharan Africa stood out by a margin with more than 50% of global contributions – incredible! Kenya overtook India and the US to claim the top spot as the most active country on social media.
Note: we can only partially track contributions on Facebook and Instagram, and we cannot track Instagram stories. Hence, we estimate that the actual number of social media contributions is far higher.
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In 2023, MH Day reached an astonishing 705,000,000 people all over the world. Together, we raised awareness and pushed back taboos and stigma like never before. Millions more were reached via print media and through hundreds of Menstrual Hygiene Day events that took place all over the world.
10 years of MH Day
This year, Menstrual Hygiene Day turns 10. That means 10 years of campaigning and advocating. Of speaking up and – step by step - changing how the world perceives menstruation. In these 10 years, we have made a massive impact all over the world. And we are not done yet.
Participate in Menstrual Hygiene Day
Menstrual Hygiene Day is open to everyone. Because everyone, individual or organisation, can join the conversation. And has something to contribute. Join the movement and help create a world where women and girls are no longer held back because they menstruate.
Together, we are louder. Together, we strive for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld.
As an organisation
Whether you’re an NGO, a company or a government agency - ANY organisation can take part in MH Day. Explore smart ideas and great visuals that make joining the MH Day campaign super easy.
As an individual
Each and every one of us can contribute to a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. Everything you need is ready and waiting. Just dive in and make your voice heard!
MH Day Supporter
Supporters are the champions behind MH Day. They make MH Day possible by providing financial support and in-kind services. Become a driving force for change!
Ambassador Network
Join the group of influencers and creators who lend their influence to the greater cause. Bust the stigma around menstruation and advocate for the MH Day movement.
Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld
Together for a
Togehter for a
#PeriodFriendlyWorld
In a #PeriodFriendlyWorld, the stigma and taboos surrounding menstruation are history. It is a world where everyone can access the products, period education and period-friendly infrastructure they need. With one message, we are louder! Here, you find all you need to participate in MH Day.
Menstrual Hygiene Day Supporters
A massive shout-out to the MH Day Supporters - the champions behind the MH Day movement. They drive progress towards a #PeriodFriendlyWorld globally and make MH Day possible with their financial support! A special "thank you" goes to our main supporters, P&G/Always and Kimberly-Clark/Kotex.
Main supporters
UN agencies, governments + multilateral organisations
Philanthropic partners
Global NGOs + networks
Corporate partners
Pro bono + low bono partners
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