16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM, OGUN STATE. GENDER DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES & PARTNERS.
Date: 30th November, 2023
Location: Sobeyi Village
Total Number of Attendees: 50
Number of Females: 50
Number of Males: 0
INTRODUCTION
This was handled by the Assistant programme officer for Gender development Initiative (Oyelowo Olayinka) who introduced Gender Development Initiative, Ogun She Leads Network, and other partners. The opening prayer was taken by one of the girls, Olayinka Haliat.
DISCUSSIONS
The Assistant programme officer explained the reason for the day’s celebration which in partner with #Givingtuesday, as to sensitize the young women on menstrual hygiene. She illustrated the fear a beginner may encounter during their first menstrual flow, also how menstruation is not something to be ashamed of or feel less of yourself. The young women were also urged to try as much as possible to always go out with at least one sanitary pad, because most women start their period in public unknowingly, also without access to menstrual products, as this will therefore help a sister.
QUESTIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS
The Assistant programme officer enlighten the young women on how to keep the body clean when menstruating, frequent change of sanitary pad, washing of hands before and after changing menstrual materials, and frequent washing of genitals during their period. There was also discussion on disposal of menstrual products after usage. One of the young women, Ogunfemi Nofisat, spoke about her experience during her first period, she explained it as being scared and uncomfortable but later got used to it as time goes. There were sessions where sanitary pad was distributed to the young women and pictures were taken.
