Who We Are
Our mission is to eradicate period poverty through comprehensive health initiatives, educational programs, and resilience-building activities.
We strive to create a Nigeria where girls lead empowered, healthy lives and excel in STEM fields, contributing to societal development. Through strategic partnerships with local/international organizations and schools, we promote menstrual health, improve access to sanitary products, and enhance sanitation facilities.
- Our initiatives include:
- Developing educational materials on menstrual health.
- Fostering STEM ambitions, and sponsoring high-achieving girls in STEM disciplines.
- We also empower girls through life skills programs and advocate for policy changes that support menstrual health in national and local agendas.
The EmpowHER Project is committed to creating a supportive environment where girls can thrive, become leaders, and drive positive change in their communities and beyond.
What We Do
We carry out health and menstral sensitization, hold outreaches in secondary schools and provide sanitary towels to girls who might not be able to afford them.
Education
We develop educational materials on menstrual health, fostering STEM ambitions, and sponsoring high-achieving girls in STEM disciplines. We also empower girls through life skills programs and advocate for policy changes that support menstrual health in national and local agendas.
Period Poverty Eradication
Our mission is to eradicate period poverty through comprehensive health initiatives, educational programs, and resilience-building activities.
Through strategic partnerships with local/international organizations and schools, we promote menstrual health, improve access to sanitary products, and enhance sanitation facilities.
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Testimonials
What are they saying about us
Hoperising
Volunteer
Empowering these young girls is a rewarding experience.
Mosunmola Ojo
Volunteer
Every word of hers is good talk, Every step of hers is great walk.
Mrs. Olabisi Ajepe
Volunteer
Breaking the silence with the empowher project one girl at a time.
Dr Biobele Wyse
Volunteer
As a volunteer, our dedication makes a difference in ending the cycle of period poverty.
Mary Arogunre
Volunteer
As volunteers, our show of love make the difference in eliminating the dangers associated with period poverty.
Dr Ibinabo Membere
Volunteer
A small act of kindness can make a big difference in someone's life.
Services
Raising healthy, educated and resilient Ladies in Nigeria.
Health
Improve Access to Menstrual Health Products: Promote the use of safe menstrual products through outreach and awareness campaigns.
Enhance Sanitation Infrastructure: Advocate for the construction of clean, private, and accessible sanitation facilities in schools.
Education
Develop Educational Materials: Create and distribute informative materials such as brochures, videos, and online resources that provide accurate information on menstrual health. Provide resources and tools to nurture STEM ambitions through social platforms.
Sponsor a High-Achieving School Girl: Fund a high-achieving girl student interested in STEM disciplines through university.
Resilience
Empower Girls: Offer programs focused on life skills, self-confidence, and leadership development for girls. Facilitate partnerships with local organizations to create a robust support system for girls with menstrual health challenges.
Advocate for Policy Change: Campaign for policies that support menstrual health, including its inclusion in public health agendas. Engage with policymakers to ensure that menstrual health issues are addressed in national and local development plans.