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Quazi Robiul Alam
In Bangladesh, menstruation is still a secret matter shrouded by misconceptions and taboos.
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Rama Yadav
“As I was pregnant and got to know the importance of safe pregnancy and delivery, I was verry happy and motivated to learn more and more."
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“I used to feel embarrassed to talk about menstruation."
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Sareen Malik: ‘I'm fighting for women's right to water and toilets.'
Warning: this article contains content about sexual violence Sareen Malik is a women's rights activist from Kenya who is fighting for gender equality in the area of acces...
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Valentine Mombafi – a seat at the table: turning the table
‘I feel proud because I have become so vocal in the community’ shares Valentine about having her voice heard on decision-making levels regarding water and sanitation.
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From uncomfortable to confident educator on menstruation: the story of Emily
Pricilla Emily Lita: ‘Thanks to the Give Girls Wings project, I now have a new set of re-usable pads! I am happy and comfortable learning.’
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Female community leaders from Kenya and Bangladesh are fighting the consequences of the climate crisis
The effects of climate change are felt in Kenya and Bangladesh. Drought and floods as a result of climate change impact access to basic necessities, such as water and toi...
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Why building civil society's financial literacy and structures is so important
Working closely together with grassroots organisations on their accounting procedures. It is not what most people imagine Simavi would work on. But it is exactly what Mar...
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Jane Nyamwamu about the impact of the Water Justice Fund: 'Women can do magic'
