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Guided Learning Paths
Structured journeys for every need
🌱 Just Starting (Basics)
🩸 Menstrual Health Essentials
🛡️ Rights & Safety Path
🎓 Advocate / Ambassador Path
📚 Educational Slide Deck
Key facts from WHO, UNESCO, UNFPA & more
Menstrual Health is a Human Right
UNFPA and WHO state that access to menstrual products, hygiene facilities, and education is essential for gender equality and dignity.
Source: WHO/UNFPA, 2024
Quick Learning Cards
Fast insights – copy and share
What is ovulation?
Release of an egg from the ovary, usually around day 14 of a 28‑day cycle. The egg lives for 12‑24 hours. (Source: ACOG)
Can you get pregnant during your period?
Yes, it is possible but less likely. Sperm can live up to 5 days. (Source: ACOG)
What is PMS vs PMDD?
PMS: mild symptoms. PMDD: severe symptoms that disrupt daily life. (Source: ACOG)
What is consent?
Consent is FRIES: Freely given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, Specific. (Source: Planned Parenthood)
What is spotting?
Light bleeding between periods. Can be normal or a sign of something needing attention. (Source: ACOG)
What is a normal cycle length?
In adolescents: 21–45 days (irregular at first). In adults: 24–38 days. (Source: ACOG)
What is a menstrual cup?
A reusable, bell‑shaped device inserted into the vagina to collect fluid. (Source: WHO)
What is the clitoris?
A small, sensitive organ located above the vaginal opening. Its only function is pleasure. (Source: ACOG)
Expert Quick Cards
Verified by WHO, UNESCO, ACOG & more
Periods & Mental Health
Hormonal changes can affect mood. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) affects 5-8% of menstruators. Track symptoms and talk to a doctor if severe. (Source: ACOG)
Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)
TSS is rare but serious. Change tampons every 4-8 hours, use lowest absorbency, and alternate with pads. Seek help if sudden fever, rash, or vomiting. (Source: FDA)
Menstrual Health in Humanitarian Settings
In crises, access to pads, clean water, and private spaces is often lost. UNICEF and UNFPA provide MHM kits and dignity kits to displaced populations worldwide. (source: Source: UNFPA / UNICEF Joint Programme)
Menstrual Hygiene Day
May 28 is Menstrual Hygiene Day (#MHDay2025). Join global campaigns to end period stigma and period poverty. (Source: MH Day Coalition)
Endometriosis Awareness
Endometriosis affects ~190 million women worldwide. Symptoms include severe pelvic pain, painful periods, and fatigue. Early diagnosis is key. (Source: WHO, 2024)
Periods Do Not Sync
Research shows menstrual synchrony is a myth. Cycles vary due to natural biological differences, not proximity. (Source: Oxford University, 2023)
Periods & Physical Activity
Exercise can reduce cramps, improve mood, and boost energy. Listen to your body and choose what feels good. (Source: American College of Sports Medicine)
Workplace Menstrual Policies
Progressive workplaces provide paid period leave, free products, and flexible hours. Advocate for period dignity at work. (Source: UN Global Compact)
Scenario‑Based Learning
What would you do?
🧒 First Period at School
A girl starts her period unexpectedly and has no supplies.
💬 Relationship Pressure
A partner refuses to use protection.
⚠️ Possible Abuse
A friend becomes withdrawn and their partner controls who they see.
🚨 Trafficking Risk
Someone offers 'a job abroad' with high pay but unclear conditions.
🩸 Heavy Bleeding
A user is soaking through a pad every hour for 3 hours.
📱 Digital Harassment
Someone is receiving threatening messages online.
👩🏫 Teacher Dismissive of Periods
A teacher tells a girl that period pain is 'just in her head'.
🤝 Friend Confides She Was Assaulted
A friend tells you she was sexually assaulted but begs you not to tell anyone.
Advanced Scenarios for Deeper Learning
Based on real situations
Scenario: A friend makes a period joke in class
Your friend loudly says, 'She's probably on her period, that's why she's annoyed.' The girl looks embarrassed. What do you do?
Scenario: Non‑consensual image sharing
Someone forwards you a nude photo that was sent to them privately. They say, 'Don't share it, just look.' What is the safest action?
Scenario: A student is afraid to ask for a pad
You see a classmate crying in the bathroom because she started her period and has no pad. She whispers, 'I can't ask the teacher – I'm too embarrassed.' What do you do?
Downloadable Tools
Offline resources for real‑life action
For First Periods
For Teachers & Schools
For Parents & Caregivers
For Peer Educators & Facilitators
For Advocates & Advocacy
Health & Safety Tools
Consent & Relationships
Product & Care Guides
Workplace & Allyship
Service Directory
Authoritative Fact Sheets & Templates
Facilitator & Ambassador Tools
Run sessions like a pro
📘 Comprehensive Facilitator Toolkit includes:
- 5‑minute session guide: Icebreaker → Myth‑busting → Discussion → Action plan
- Discussion prompts and role‑play scripts
- Group evaluation form (anonymous feedback)
- Ambassador certificate template (printable)
- 2‑day peer educator workshop agenda
- Safeguarding & referral links
Reflection Tools
Think deeper
Prompts (choose what you completed):
- Basics path: What did you learn about your body that you didn’t know before?
- Menstrual path: What surprised you about period products?
- Rights path: Which part of FRIES is hardest for people to remember?
- Advocate path: How will you respond differently if a friend asks for help?
- After the advanced scenarios: Have you ever witnessed period shaming or non‑consensual image sharing? What would you do differently now?
- Intersectionality: How do race, poverty, or disability affect menstrual health access?
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Life‑Stage Resource Library
Find what you need, when you need it
👨 For Boys & Men
How to support someone on their period, respect boundaries, end stigma, understand consent, and be an ally.
💡 Mini‑quiz for allies:
1. True or false: Making period jokes helps reduce stigma. (False – it increases shame.)
2. What is the most helpful thing to say when a friend has bad cramps? (“That sounds rough. Can I get you anything?”)
What Should I Do?
Quick help for common situations
🩸 I just got my first period
Step 1: Breathe – it’s normal. Step 2: Use a pad. Step 3: Tell a trusted adult.
Learn more →😖 I have severe pain
Step 1: Rest and use heat. Step 2: Take ibuprofen if allowed. Step 3: If pain stops normal activity, see a doctor.
Learn more →⚠️ I feel unsafe
Step 1: Move to a safe place. Step 2: Contact a trusted adult or helpline. Step 3: Preserve evidence if possible.
Get support →📚 I want to learn more
Step 1: Explore our Learning Hub. Step 2: Take a quiz. Step 3: Earn a certificate.
Start learning →🛒 I want to buy pads
Step 1: Check our reusable Safepad™. Step 2: Order online or through a partner. Step 3: Learn how to care for them.
Shop now →📍 I need help now
Step 1: Call local emergency services if in danger. Step 2: Use our Find Help directory. Step 3: Save a helpline number.
Find help →😔 I'm being bullied about my period
Step 1: Tell a trusted adult (teacher, parent, counselor). Step 2: Document what happened. Step 3: Use our rights guide to understand school policies. You deserve respect.
Know your rights →🩸 I need period products but can't afford them
Step 1: Check if your school gives free pads. Step 2: Search for local period banks or community fridges. Step 3: Use our emergency kit printable to ask for help.
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