Help Us Heal More Lives
When girls have access to accurate information, proper sanitary products and a supportive environment, they can manage their periods with dignity, confidence and better health.
Improved Attendance
Effective menstrual hygiene management reduces absenteeism among schoolgirls and helps them attend school during their periods.
Reduced Stigma
Awareness and open discussions create a supportive environment and help girls manage their periods without fear or shame.
Better Health Outcomes
Proper hygiene practices reduce the risk of infections and help girls understand how to care for their bodies during menstruation.
Better Health Outcomes
Reduces Health Risks
Poor menstrual hygiene can lead to infections such as urinary tract infections and reproductive tract infections.
Prevents Discomfort
Proper hygiene can reduce discomfort, cramps, skin irritation and other period-related health problems.
Mental Health
Boosts Confidence
Feeling clean and comfortable during menstruation can improve self-esteem and body confidence.
Reduces Stress
Access to menstrual products and safe facilities can reduce anxiety and stress associated with menstruation.
Education & Productivity
Improves Attendance
Access to menstrual products and facilities helps girls avoid missing school because of period-related issues.
Enhances Academic Performance
A positive menstrual experience supports better concentration and focus in the classroom.
Social Inclusion
Challenges Stigma
Menstrual health education helps break down taboos and stigma surrounding menstruation.
Fosters Equality
Equal access to menstrual products and facilities promotes dignity, gender equality and inclusion.
Economic Empowerment
Enables Participation
Good menstrual health enables women and girls to participate fully in education, work and community life.
Reduces Economic Burden
Affordable menstrual products can reduce financial pressure on women and families.
Environmental Sustainability
Promotes Sustainable Practices
Reusable or biodegradable menstrual products can reduce waste and lower environmental impact.
Supports Local Economies
Sustainable menstrual health initiatives can create jobs and support local businesses.
The Reality in Numbers
Managing menstruation can be a difficult experience for many schoolgirls in India, especially in rural and underserved areas.
Girls Drop Out Annually
Due to lack of proper menstrual hygiene management facilities.
Use Hygienic Methods
Only 57.6% of women aged 15–24 use proper protection.
Unaware Before First Period
Many girls do not know about menstruation before their first period.
Schools Lack Facilities
Missing clean toilets, running water and proper disposal mechanisms.
Rachyita Foundation’s Efforts
We recognise the urgent need to address menstrual health and hygiene in schools. Our initiatives focus on creating awareness, providing resources and improving facilities.
Education & Awareness Programmes
Comprehensive awareness programmes educate girls about menstruation, hygiene practices and personal care.
Providing Sanitary Products
Distribution programmes provide affordable and hygienic sanitary products to schoolgirls.
Improving School Facilities
We work to ensure schools have clean toilets, running water and proper disposal facilities.