In May 2025, the HerFlow Foundation embarked on its impactful Period is Natural School Tour, reaching 11 schools across Jamaica with powerful menstrual health education sessions and the donation of essential menstrual products. This initiative was partially supported by Curves Sanitary Napkins, whose contribution helped make the tour a success.
At each stop, HerFlow’s Executive Director, Shelly-Ann Weeks, led engaging and interactive Period Education Sessions, aimed at equipping students with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to manage their periods with dignity. Menstrual products were also donated to ensure access for those in need — a critical step in combating period poverty.
The schools visited included:
- Denbigh High – Clarendon
- Central High – May Pen, Clarendon
- Ewarton Primary – St. Catherine
- Charlemont High – St. Catherine
- Christel House – St. Catherine
- Jose Marti Technical – St. Catherine
- Bridgeport High – St. Catherine
- Eltham High – St. Catherine
- Queen’s High School – St. Andrew
- CPFSA Savlamar – Westmoreland (Girls’ Day Event)
- Salvation Army School for the Blind – St. Andrew
A standout moment on the tour was HerFlow’s visit to the Salvation Army School for the Blind, where the team adapted its delivery to ensure blind and visually impaired students were fully included in the session.
“Visiting the Salvation Army School for the Blind was a deeply humbling experience that left a lasting impact on me,” shared Shelly-Ann Weeks, Executive Director of HerFlow Foundation. “Interacting with visually impaired students reminded me that access to information isn’t always equal. I had to slow down, be more intentional with my words, and listen more closely—and in doing so, I learned so much more than I taught.
This experience reshaped how I approach my workshops. At HerFlow, we believe every Jamaican deserves a dignified period — and that includes those who often go unseen or unheard. We are doubling down on our commitment to inclusivity, because period equity must reach everyone.”
Teachers across the island echoed the impact of the sessions:
“HerFlow’s visit came at the perfect time,” said Mrs. Needham-Williams, Guidance Counsellor at Central High. “The students were fully engaged, and the session opened the door for conversations they’ve never had before.”
“The session helped our girls feel seen and included,” added Ms. Lester, a Guidance Counselor at the Salvation Army School for the Blind. “Menstrual education is rarely adapted for students with disabilities, so this was empowering in a way we rarely experience.”
The Period is Natural School Tour is part of HerFlow’s broader mission to end period poverty, break menstrual stigma, and ensure all Jamaicans — regardless of ability, background, or circumstance — have access to education and menstrual products.
With continued support from partners like Curves Sanitary Napkins, HerFlow is working to ensure that dignified periods are a reality for every Jamaican.
