As part of ongoing efforts to promote girl-child education, the Berekum West District Education Directorate marked World Menstrual Hygiene Day on 28th May 2025 at Jinijini, the district capital in the Bono Region of Ghana.
The event was held in collaboration with Think-Aid Foundation, a non-governmental organization committed to supporting the less privileged in society. The celebration highlighted the importance of menstrual hygiene and its role in ensuring that girls stay in school and maintain their dignity.
During the event, Think-Aid Foundation generously donated seven (7) full boxes of sanitary pads, which were distributed freely through the Girl-Child Unit Coordinators to schoolgirls in attendance. The beneficiaries included girls from Basic Schools to Senior High Schools within the district.
The high cost of sanitary pads remains a major challenge for many school-going girls in the area. Think-Aid’s support aims to reduce this burden and empower girls to manage their menstrual health with dignity.
Speaking on behalf of the Foundation, Mr. Amos Obeng (representing the CEO, Mr. Henry Kofi Adane, also known as Borga 1) reiterated the foundation’s commitment to supporting girl-child development in the district. He expressed confidence that this gesture would help meet a crucial need in the lives of the girls and give them peace of mind during their menstrual cycles.
In receiving the donation, the girls were advised to maintain good hygiene, avoid early sexual encounters, and not to depend on boys for menstrual supplies, which could lead to vulnerability and exploitation.
The District Girl-Child Education Coordinator, Mrs. Emelia Gyamfua, expressed deep gratitude to Think-Aid Foundation for responding to their call for support. She also encouraged parents to be more involved and proactive in supporting their adolescent daughters, particularly by providing them with menstrual hygiene products.
The District School Health Education Programme (SHEP) Coordinator, Mrs. Rita Nana Adjeiwaa Achampong, used the occasion to educate the girls on the importance of menstrual hygiene. She emphasized that menstruation is a natural biological process and not a taboo. Girls were encouraged to take pride in their development and maintain proper hygiene during their cycles.
Several girls expressed their appreciation to Think-Aid Foundation, describing the donation as timely and helpful. The event was a blend of education, empowerment, and encouragement.
Notable representatives from Think-Aid Foundation present at the event included Mr. Anthony Gyabaa, Papa Richy, Mr. Amos Koosono, and Nana Yaa (Welfare Officer).
