Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025: Promoting a #PeriodFriendlyWorld
Date Updated: 27th of January 2026
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Quick answer
Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed every year on May 28 to improve awareness, access, and education around menstrual health. The focus is on reducing stigma and supporting practical change, like better products, sanitation, and period-friendly spaces in schools and workplaces.
Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025 - what it means and how to get involved
Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed annually on May 28 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, which can contribute to health issues and stigma. Inadequate menstrual hygiene can increase the risk of irritation and infection, and it can also keep people from attending school or work, affecting wellbeing, confidence, and participation.
Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld
The theme for Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025 is Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. It promotes a world where menstruation is treated as normal, without shame or silence. It also highlights the need for accessible period products, education, and period-friendly infrastructure for everyone.
How you can participate
- Educate yourself and others: Share practical information about periods, hygiene, and product choices in a respectful way.
- Support access to products: Donate to organisations that provide menstrual products to people who need them.
- Advocate for change: Encourage decision-makers to prioritise menstrual health and hygiene in public policy and community services.
my mimi's commitment to menstrual health
At my mimi, we support better menstrual health outcomes through sustainable and comfortable period care. Our my mimi menstrual disc is a reusable option designed to reduce waste while helping people feel more confident during their period.
If you are new to discs, start with our beginner’s guide to inserting a menstrual disc. You can also follow our step-by-step guide on how to use a menstrual disc for wear, removal, and care tips.
Together, we can help make menstruation a normal fact of life by 2030.
Health Notice: This article is for information purposes only. It is not a substitute for medical advice. If you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or other mental health concerns, consult a qualified health professional.
