Sophia Nadia Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has called on the Federal Government to create policies that encourage the local production of affordable menstrual hygiene products.
The founder of the Foundation, Ms. Sophia Toyin Arowosegbe, made the call in an interview on Thursday in Abuja.
She expressed worry that millions of young Nigerian girls could not afford menstrual products.
Arowosegbe urged the government to implement policies that would promote local production, menstrual education, and awareness, improve access to menstrual products, and support NGOs working in this area.
She also emphasised the foundation’s commitment to empowering young girls and addressing crucial healthcare needs.
“Our goal is to drive social change that fosters self-worth and purposeful living, particularly for women and girls,” she said.
While reflecting on the foundation’s journey, she acknowledged the challenges they have faced.
However, she highlighted the positive results, noting that the foundation had impacted more than 7,000 lives, including both men and women, in just five years.
She said that the foundation’s outreach programmes have extended to various locations, including the ‘Home for the Needy’ IDP Camp in Benin City, Edo, where more than 200 lives were impacted.
Additionally, Arowosegbe said that the foundation had reached rural communities like Gosa in Abuja and Ofunmwengbe in Edo.
“The foundation’s key initiative focuses on menstrual health education and support, aiming to provide essential education on hygiene and the menstrual process.”
“The foundation’s vision goes beyond immediate impact, advocating for systemic changes in how society approaches women’s health and opportunities.
“We aim to create a world where women have equal opportunities to pursue their dreams without limitations,” Arowosegbe said.
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