Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025: Promoting a #PeriodFriendlyWorld

Date Created: 8th of May 2025
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Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed annually on May 28th to raise awareness about the importance of good menstrual hygiene management (MHM). Initiated by WASH United in 2013 and first celebrated in 2014, this day aims to break taboos surrounding menstruation and highlight the challenges faced by those without access to proper menstrual hygiene resources.

Why Menstrual Hygiene Matters

Globally, millions of people lack access to basic sanitation facilities and menstrual products, leading to health issues and social stigma. Inadequate menstrual hygiene can result in infections and can keep individuals from attending school or work, affecting their overall well-being and productivity.

Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld

The theme for Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025 is Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. This vision promotes a world where menstruation is accepted as a normal part of life, free from stigma and taboos. It emphasises the need for accessible menstrual products, education, and period-friendly infrastructure for everyone.

How You Can Participate

• Educate Yourself and Others: Learn about menstrual hygiene and share information to break the silence around menstruation.
• Support Access to Products: Donate to organisations that provide menstrual products to those in need.
• Advocate for Change: Encourage policymakers to prioritise menstrual health in public health agendas.

my mimi's Commitment to Menstrual Health

At my mimi, we are dedicated to promoting sustainable and comfortable menstrual care options. Our menstrual discs offer a reusable alternative that aligns with the goals of Menstrual Hygiene Day. By choosing reusable products, we can collectively reduce waste and support a period-friendly world.

For more information on using menstrual discs, visit our beginner's guide.

Together, we can make menstruation a normal fact of life by 2030.