Livingstone high school fighting ‘period poverty’ with Sanitary towel vending machine

Cape Town - In an effort to eradicate period poverty, Livingstone High School has implemented a sanitary towel vending machine, which enables pupils to access sanitary pads free of charge.

“Young women, who cannot afford sanitary towels, will resort to using other items – such as newspapers and dirty clothes during their menstrual cycle. This can result in infections and a negative attitude towards an essential cycle. Menstruation is a natural biological function, which society should ensure girls of all ages – especially young girls – can experience with dignity. It also allows them to continue with their education uninterrupted,” said Smith.

Louther argued that anyone is able to access condom dispensers, in any public bathroom, but you have to purchase sanitary towels at an expensive price. She added that organisations and institutions have a role to play in creating awareness of period poverty, and how it can be alleviated. “We cannot talk about compulsory education and equality of the sexes until the WCED recognises the importance of facilitating this process, by installing these vending machines at every school in the country,” said Thebus.

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