Family Development Initiatives

As we commemorate Menstrual Hygiene Day observed on 28th May, Family Development Initiatives in partnership with Kansanshi Mining PLC (FQM Zambia) successfully conducted a 3 day menstrual hygiene and reusable pad-making training for in-school girls.

The training was implemented in six schools in Solwezi District namely Kimasala Primary School, Solwezi Day Secondary School, Kimiteto Secondary School, Rodwell Mwepu Secondary School, Tuvwangai Secondary School, and Solwezi Urban Secondary School.

A total of 60 girls were equipped with practical life skills on how to make and use reusable sanitary pads as a sustainable menstrual hygiene solution, reproductive and mental health.

The initiative aimed to promote menstrual health awareness, improve girls’ confidence, and support school attendance by helping girls manage their menstrual health with dignity.

At the end of the training, each participant received a hygiene kit containing one chitenge material and two reusable pads to support continued practice and personal hygiene management.

The activity forms part of ongoing efforts to raise awareness on menstrual hygiene and ensure that girls have access to information and resources that empower them to stay in school.