Yesterday, we hosted an AFRIpads Partner Day in Uganda, a half-day event with meaningful discussions where we showcased the great collaborations possible in menstrual health and hygiene. Our CEO Joris Boon reaffirmed AFRIpads' commitment to building “true partnerships that go beyond a traditional supplier and procurement relationship,” while lawyer and HIV activist @Nawanyagaglori1 emphasized the importance of menstrual health advocacy. Panel discussions with Maureen Kalungi a Gender and Disability Inclusion Advocate, on behalf of Uganda National Action on Physical Disability, Agnes Grace Nabacha (@MoveWithHaRT), and Gloria explored the intersections of sexual and reproductive health rights, gender-based violence prevention, and disability inclusion. Lowri Davies from @AfriCoMH led a panel conversation on how public private partnerships can strengthen programs for adolescent girls and young women, joined by panellists Mbabazi K. Emejeit (Executive Director, @dtb_uganda), Laura Lafuente (Gender & Youth Program Coordinator, @UNFPAUganda), and Judith Adokorach (Policy Officer, SRHR, @NLinUganda). AFRIpads Partnerships and Training Associate @GloriaNirere showcased the new AFRIpads MHH curriculum, including booklets for women and boys. Moderated by AFRIpads Head of Partnerships & Communications Michelle Tjeenk Willink, noted how exciting it was to have 35 organizations in the room entirely focused on the important role of MHH for gender equality. #AFRIpadsDignifiedFlows #AFRIpadsSustainableFlows #AFRIpadsInclusivePeriods

Today, November 25, we join the world in marking the start of the #16DaysofActivism Against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign led annually by UN Women. This campaign begins on November 25: The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and ends on December 10: Human Rights Day. At AFRIpads, we believe there is #NoExcuse for violence against women and girls, and we recognize the critical role of addressing period poverty in this fight. This year, AFRIpads is proud to collaborate with @MoveWithHaRT to study how menstrual health challenges contribute to gender-based violence. To honor the struggles and celebrate the triumphs, here are some inspiring quotes from AFRIpads end users: “I no longer feel embarrassed about my periods—I’ve come to know and appreciate that it’s a natural part of life.” – Anonymous student “Ever since the girls at the shelter attended the AFRIpads training, I hear them excitedly sharing what they learned with their friends. They’re now more empathetic to one another and even suggest exercises to help relieve menstrual pain.” – Partner staff We invite you to share your story about how you’ve tackled any form of violence exacerbated by menstruation.  Send your story to info@afripads.com Together, let’s work to ensure there is #NoExcuse for violence against women and girls. #AFRIpadsDignifiedFlows #AFRIpadsSustainableFlows #AFRIpadsInclusivePeriods

On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we acknowledged the deep linkages between mental health, & VAW. This @TheSVRI & @MoveWithHaRT blog makes a powerful case for integrating mind-body practices into VAW programming. Read: shorturl.at/wmWBW @dignityUnites @JeanKemitare @CadyCarlson

📢It is #WorldMentalHealth day. We acknowledge the deep interlinkages between mental health, systemic trauma and violence against women. This new @theSVRI and @MoveWithHaRT blog shares why our work to prevent violence must center trauma healing: svri.org/program-innovations… #EndVAW

6:30 today! #MoveWithHart 💪🏾

🗣️Come sweat with me y’all! 💪🏾💪🏾#MoveWithHart

Inspiring stories of how @MoveWithHaRT supports healing and hope of girls and women who have experienced violence from co-founder Sophie Namy @dignityUnites @CadyCarlson #SVRIForum2022

I remember participating in @KevinHart4real’s #MoveWithHart training event back in NYC 2016 and man, I gained such a new found respect for Kevin Hart and seeing how dedicated he was to fitness and inspiring millions along w/@justtrain One of my motivations to create Gamer Flex

Ran 10.19 miles with Nike⁠ Run Club#movewithhart #stayfitforlife #thekeytoyouryouthfulnessisyourfitness #letsgetit #nike #nikeplus #justdoit #justdoitsunday #sigmagammarho #sigmarunner #1yneka1 #applecinnamon #msapplecinnamon

Day753 11/18(月) Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 12.05 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit    #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #毎日12km #753日目 #choosego #50分以内 #60分以内

Day749 11/14(木) この靴👟欲しい！ Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 12.04 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit    #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #毎日12km #749日目 #choosego

Day731 10/27(日) Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 14.59 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit    #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #731日目 #choosego

Day718 10/14(月) 久々キロ5クリア❗️ Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 11.07 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit    #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #718日目 #50分以内 #choosego

Ran 5.44 miles with Nike⁠ Run Club #nikeplus #nikerunning #fridayrun #autismdad #movewithhart #runwithhart #stillmoving . Cold run ! 😵 #Amarillotx #staystrong #stayhungry ⚡️😵⚡️🐺

Day487 2/25(月) Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 11.02 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #487日目 #50分以内 #choosego

Day466 2/4(月) 昨晩、恵方巻を食べました。今年は、東北東でした。 Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 11.06 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #466日目 #choosego

Day439 走った後にトレスイ1950m Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 11.02 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #439日目 #choosego

Day400 2018年11月30日 ㊗️400日連続ラン。まだまだ続けます。 Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 11.07 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #400日目 #choosego

Day398 Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 11.01 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #398日目 #choosego

Day393 Nike⁠ Run Club アプリで 11.09 kmを走りました #nrc #movewithhart #nikeplus #justdoit #leaderboard #nikerunning #毎日10km #393日目 #choosego