Over 14,000 Tampons Donated by HerFlow Foundation to UWI Halls to Support Female Students in Need
The HerFlow Foundation has answered the call once again, this time with a powerful donation of over 14,000 tampons with the support of Kotex distributed by T Geddes Grant, to benefit the female students residing on the halls at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus on April 17, 2025. The donation comes […]
The Power of Period Shame: Breaking the Silence
Written by: Shelly-Ann Weeks The world is still reeling from the tragic report of a 14-year-old Kenyan schoolgirl who died by suicide after a teacher allegedly humiliated her for menstruating in class (BBC News, 2023). This heartbreaking incident underscores the devastating consequences of period stigma—a global issue that continues to harm young girls. As someone […]
Ending Period Poverty in Jamaican Schools: A Call to Action
By Shelly-Ann WeeksAward-Winning Reproductive Health Educator & Advocate For far too many Jamaican girls, a natural biological process—menstruation—becomes a barrier to education, health, and dignity. Period poverty, the lack of access to menstrual products, proper sanitation, and education, forces young women to miss school, endure shame, and resort to unsafe alternatives like rags or toilet paper. […]
UTech Jamaica Strengthens Fight Against Period Poverty with Major Donation from HerFlow Foundation
The University of Technology, Jamaica has received a donation of over 5,000 tampons from the HerFlow Foundation, supported by Kotex, as part of the university’s ongoing efforts to address period poverty, a cause closely aligned with UTech, Jamaica’s commitment to quality education and student well-being. The presentation was made on Friday, April 11, 2025, to […]
HerFlow Foundation and JWN Foundation Partner to Provide Nearly 2,000 Free Period Kits to Jamaican Students
In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, the HerFlow Foundation joined forces with the JWN Foundation to distribute free menstrual kits to 1,975 girls across Jamaica. The initiative, aligned with this year’s IWD theme “Accelerate Action,” underscores a shared commitment to advancing gender equality and recognizing the achievements of women and girls. The collaboration […]
18 Guidance Counselors Honored by HerFlow Foundation at Celebrate Her 2025
In celebration of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, the HerFlow Foundation proudly hosted the 6th staging of Celebrate Her at the Jamaica Pegasus, recognizing 18 outstanding guidance counselors for their extraordinary contributions to their schools and communities. With a focus on honoring grassroots changemakers, Celebrate Her has evolved into a signature initiative that […]
Honoring Jamaica’s Next Generation of Changemakers, HerFlow Foundation Launches Inaugural EmpowerHer Award
The HerFlow Foundation proudly introduced the EmpowerHer Award at Celebrate Her 2025, marking a new milestone in recognizing and fostering young leadership. Supported by the Canadian High Commission, this inaugural award honors young girls who are already making a profound impact in their communities through advocacy, service, and leadership. The EmpowerHer Award is designed to […]
HerFlow Foundation Highlights Period Poverty Research at IGDS Research Day Expo
HerFlow Foundation proudly participated in the Institute for Gender and Development Studies (IGDS) Research Day Expo, held at the University of the West Indies, Mona (UWI) Undercroft on March 13, 2025. The event, themed “Research for All Women and Girls in Jamaica,” provided a platform for advocates, researchers, and policymakers to explore key gender issues, […]
HerFlow Foundation Champions Menstrual Health at Sigma Run 2025 with #PeriodsDontStopFor5Ks Initiative
HerFlow Foundation executed its impactful Periods Don’t Stop for 5Ks initiative at the Sigma Run 2025 on Sunday February 5, 2025, reaffirming its mission to raise awareness about menstrual health, equity and provide essential period products to those in need. This year, HerFlow offered free menstrual products, including tampons, pantyliners, and wipes, to participants who […]
