Materials for Kits — Dozens of volunteers here at lakeside hand-sew and assemble menstrual management kits containing two shields and eight pad inserts. They are washable and last up to three years. Kits also contain a washcloth, soap, care instructions and a discreet back-pack to carry these items. The fabric, thread, bag ties and special leak-proof barrier material are included in this expense category.
We have begun providing a choice of receiving menstrual cups to older girls and women when appropriate. Because cups are a safe, sustainable menstrual management alternative approved by DFG International, and because cups last an average of 12 years, this is a cost-effective long-term solution and a kit component preferred by many girls.
Fundraising/Community Awareness — Posters, flyers, cards, and other promotional items are printed and distributed locally to educate the Lake Chapala community about our DFG program.
Classroom Education for Girls — 12 hours of classroom education (2-hour sessions each day) are provided to girls typically in their school setting. The sessions cover hygiene and menstrual management, the female reproductive system, menstrual cycle, fertility awareness, charting, safe sex, pregnancy prevention, violence prevention, and self care. The final separate session is with boys. Establishing contacts and arranging sessions in schools are part of this expense categor