Breaking Period Poverty: How #FemEffect is Empowering Women & Girls in SA

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Millions of South African women and girls still face period poverty—a lack of access to menstrual products that limits education, dignity, and confidence. But Femagene's #FemEffect campaign is changing the game—one purchase = one menstrual cup donated to girls in need.

In this powerful episode of The Social Impact Show, host Sam Marshall sits down with Sonia Correia (Femagene) to discuss:
🔹 Why period poverty persists—despite years of interventions
🔹 The power of sustainable solutions (like menstrual cups with a 10-year lifespan!)
🔹 How #FemEffect is building confidence—through education, TikTok talks, and real stories from women like Relebogile Mabotja & Mpoomy Ledwaba
🔹 The missing link in menstrual health advocacy—why data & industry collaboration are critical

Listen now to learn how YOU can help—just by choosing Femagene products—and join a movement ensuring no girl is left behind.
26 May English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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