YWCA SCOTLAND
Glasgow
Our first donation partner,YWCA Scotland, runs empowerment programmes with disadvantaged women in Glasgow.They work with women from all backgrounds – many are from ethnic minority backgrounds, and many are on a low income and unable to pay for period products when they need them.Women can pick up free products in the learning centre toilet or tea room.Talking about periods can be difficult in some cultures, but providing products has sparked a conversation, breaking down barriers, and helped normalise menstruation.
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TEES
Redcar and Cleveland
TEES Period Poverty Campaign was set up in December 2018, and now supports more than 600 people a month with free products, working with local groups such as Addaction, welfare, social services, youth groups, foodbanks, and local charities.TEES also delivers period education and…