Celebrate Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025

Event Date: 24 May 2025 

Event brief description

Event Description: 

She Wings, in collaboration with School of nursing and School of Media and Communication Studies Galgotias University, marked Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025 with an inspiring campus event aligned with the global theme of menstrual health awareness and destigmatization. Organized by school of nursing collaboration with School of Media and Communication Studies, the event attracted students, faculty, healthcare professionals, and volunteers who came together to break long-held taboos and promote open conversations around menstruation, especially within academic spaces.

The event featured expert-led awareness sessions, a menstrual hygiene workshop, and cultural performances, all focused on educating young minds about menstrual health, sustainable hygiene products, and gender equality. Eminent speakers like Dr. Tejashri Shrotri from Apollo Cradle Royal Hospital and Associate Professor Anjum Abbasi from the School of Nursing provided valuable medical and public health insights.

She Wings distributed over 1,000 eco-friendly sanitary pads free of cost, underscoring the importance of both accessibility and environmental sustainability. Students amplified the message with emotionally charged street plays and spoken word performances tackling menstrual stigma. A highlight was the “Red Dot Pledge Wall,” symbolizing collective action towards a stigma-free society.

Event Detailed Description

On May 24, 2025, She Wings and Galgotias University came together to celebrate Menstrual Hygiene Day, championing awareness and action under the global theme of menstrual health. Hosted by the School of Media and Communication Studies, the event was spearheaded by Dean Prof. Dr Lekha Bist and Dean Prof. A. Ram Pandey, who opened the program by emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding toward menstruating individuals, particularly within educational institutions.

The event featured an engaging line-up of speakers and sessions. Dr. Tejashri Shrotri, a seasoned gynecologist from Apollo Cradle Royal Hospital, delivered an insightful talk on reproductive health and menstrual hygiene, debunking common myths and offering practical advice. Associate Professor Anjum Abbasi from the School of Nursing shared valuable public health perspectives, and Shivendra Pandey from She Wings outlined the foundation’s ongoing advocacy efforts. Mr. Nitish Kumar Sah, Chief Growth Officer of She Wings, introduced their new venture, She Wings Personal Care, which aims to make menstrual products more accessible and increase awareness nationwide. A hands-on workshop focused on sustainable menstrual practices, including the use of eco-friendly products, was conducted by healthcare professionals, engaging the audience in interactive learning. As part of their outreach, She Wings distributed over 1,000 eco-friendly sanitary pads to students and support staff, reinforcing the message of menstrual dignity and sustainability.

Galgotias students contributed creatively by staging powerful street plays and spoken word poetry performances, sparking emotional dialogue around menstrual stigma, gender equality, and access to hygiene products. The “Red Dot Pledge Wall” became a visual centerpiece of the event, inviting participants to pledge solidarity in the movement for menstrual health awareness.

Implementation

The collaboration underscored Galgotias University’s dedication to creating a progressive, informed campus culture where health, education, and social impact converge. Both the university and She Wings reaffirmed their shared vision of building a community where no one is left behind due to menstrual shame or lack of access.

Acknowledgments

The event’s impact extended beyond the day, sparking ongoing conversations and initiatives on menstrual health within the university.

Conclusion and Future Recommendations

The event successfully raised awareness about menstrual hygiene, debunked myths, and promoted sustainable menstrual practices among students and faculty. Over 1,000 eco-friendly pads were distributed, reinforcing accessibility and environmental responsibility. The powerful combination of expert sessions, workshops, student performances, and symbolic activities like the Red Dot Pledge Wall fostered empathy, encouraged dialogue, and strengthened Galgotias University’s commitment to social responsibility, health, and gender equality. The event’s impact extended beyond the day, sparking ongoing conversations and initiatives on menstrual health within the university.

Department Name – Galgotias School of Nursing 

Event Outcome

The event successfully raised awareness about menstrual hygiene, debunked myths, and promoted sustainable menstrual practices among students and faculty. Over 1,000 eco-friendly pads were distributed, reinforcing accessibility and environmental responsibility. The powerful combination of expert sessions, workshops, student performances, and symbolic activities like the Red Dot Pledge Wall fostered empathy, encouraged dialogue, and strengthened Galgotias University’s commitment to social responsibility, health, and gender equality. The event’s impact extended beyond the day, sparking ongoing conversations and initiatives on menstrual health within the university.

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