About the movement
We envision a future where every woman stands empowered and armed with the resources to navigate their lives whilst enabling them to experience menstruation with dignity and confidence. Through #BleedGood, we are not just addressing a need; we are fostering a movement of empowerment, resilience, and hope,
Sandra Wanduragala
Founder of the Selyn and Selyn Foundation
#BleedGood: Period Dignity for All
Menstrual hygiene isn't just about health; it's a fundamental right that every woman deserves. According to available data, the lack of access to affordable menstrual products and inadequate knowledge of menstrual hygiene impedes 2.5 million Sri Lankan women, trapping them in period poverty.
The #BleedGood project, a collaborative movement led by the Selyn Foundation, is committed to supporting women and girls in Sri Lanka facing period poverty. Through the provision of free reusable sanitary pads and comprehensive menstrual health education, we address the critical gaps in access to affordable menstrual hygiene products and information. Beyond merely providing a product solution, #BleedGood ignites a compassionate movement for empowerment and well-being.
With #BleedGood, we are stepping up to the plate, not merely as providers of practical solutions, but as architects of change and champions of empowerment. We have created the #BleedGood initiative, collaborating with many partners for its implementation, to build a community of support, resilience, and empowerment for women across Sri Lanka.
Selyna Peiris
Director, Selyn and Selyn Foundation
Our Approach
#BleedGood: A Multifaceted Approach
Empowering women and girls to manage menstruation safely and with dignity, #BleedGood integrates this aspect of their lives into their daily routines while equipping them with knowledge for making informed health decisions. In collaboration with our partners, #BleedGood strives for lasting social change, including improved health, education, workforce participation, and gender equity.
Impact
#BleedGood: People & Planet Integrated Approach
Our movement impacts lives across Sri Lanka while also reducing the burden created by disposable pads on our environment.
Empowering Communities, Changing Lives:
Who Benefits from
Our project leaves no one behind, directly impacting and empowering several key groups:
- Women Aged 18-50: Selected from rural areas of low and middle-income communities in Sri Lanka, these women receive access to vital menstrual hygiene products and health education, fostering dignity and well-being.
- Selyn Artisans: Through pad production, marginalized artisans find consistent work, promoting economic independence during challenging times. Many of these artisans are sole breadwinners, and this opportunity provides stability and empowerment.
Our initiative goes beyond direct beneficiaries, extending support to families by providing reusable sanitary napkins and free medical check-ups, easing economic burdens and promoting sustainability. Access to reusable products reduces menstruation-related expenses, alleviating financial strain and fostering resilience. Additionally, offering medical screenings for life-threatening conditions enhances preventive healthcare, potentially saving lives and strengthening community resilience.
Commitment to continuous improvement: A detailed monitoring framework tracks progress, showcasing the impact of improved menstrual hygiene access. This rigorous monitoring, aligned with Results Based Management principles, fosters ongoing learning and accountability, aiming to alleviate those suffering from period poverty.
A COLLECTIVE OF COMPASSIONATE ACTION
#BleedGood: A Compassionate Collective
The #BleedGood project, a collaborative movement led by the Selyn Foundation, stands alongside its partners in supporting women and girls in Sri Lanka facing period poverty. Together, we strive for lasting social change, encompassing improved health, education, workforce participation, and gender equity.
Collaborators
Visionary Sponsors
Collaborators
Visionary Sponsers
#BleedGood is more than just a project; it’s a holistic ecosystem of support designed to uplift women. At its heart lies the innovative Selyn reusable pad, a product manufactured and tested to international quality standards offering up to two years of menstrual hygiene solutions. This game-changing initiative aims not only to alleviate the financial and emotional burden of period poverty, but also empowers the community of rural artisan women who make the pads within Selyn’s fair trade social enterprise fold.
Shanuki De Alwis
Advocacy & Communications Consultant
Why Join Our Movement
Become a #BleedGood member, and empower women and girls with dignity, knowledge, and access.
Buy One, Gift Back: Purchase reusable pads and gift back to someone living in period poverty.
#BleedGood Donations : Help us provide menstrual hygiene products and education to women and girls in Sri Lanka.
#BleedGood Movement: Learn about our work breaking period poverty and promoting menstrual health awareness.
Partnerships: Collaborate with us to create lasting change in Sri Lankan communities.
Social: Empowering women, girls, and artisans. Promoting education and well-being and providing employment.
Environmental: Reducing waste and promoting sustainable menstrual hygiene practices. Link to impact report.
Safety Standards: Ensuring the safety and quality of our products.
DIY Sanitary Pads: Contact us to train your community to make their own reusable pads.
– Commercial distribution: Take our pad around the world.
Join us in this transformative movement!
To #BleedGood is a basic human right.
Fight with us to end period poverty in Sri Lanka.
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