SEO Riders:
– Menstrual Health Equity in Nigeria
– WaterAid Nigeria’s Advocacy for Menstrual Hygiene
– Improving WASH Facilities for Women’s Health
WaterAid Nigeria has called for urgent measures to address menstrual health inequities, highlighting that over 30% of Nigerian women and girls lack access to adequate menstrual hygiene facilities. This deficiency leads to health risks, educational setbacks, and social stigma. The organization emphasizes the need for comprehensive policies that ensure access to clean water, sanitation, and affordable menstrual products. Collaborations with government ministries aim to develop national policies addressing menstrual hygiene management (MHM) and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) concerns.
Evelyn Mere, WaterAid Nigeria’s Country Director, stresses that menstruation is a human rights issue impacting health, education, and gender equality. She advocates for inclusive WASH facilities in schools and public places, provision of affordable sanitary products, and educational programs to dispel menstrual taboos. The organization calls on stakeholders to integrate menstrual health into national development agendas, ensuring that women and girls can manage menstruation with dignity and without discrimination.
