KATHMANDU, JUNE 1
In collaboration with the Family Planning Association of Nepal (FPAN) Valley Branch, Chain For Change (CFC) successfully hosted Menstrual Talk Event Season III at Laboratory Secondary School, Kirtipur, on Friday.
This pioneering event was the first of its kind to use accessible tactile 3D models for educating students with visual disabilities about menstruation and hygiene through an inclusive and accessible approach, according to the press release issued by Chain For Change.
The event saw the participation of 14 students with visual disabilities, encompassing diverse ages and genders. Attendees engaged in an informative orientation session designed to foster a comprehensive understanding of menstruation and hygiene practices.
To facilitate learning, accessible 3D models of both internal and external female reproductive organs made out of locally available resources were employed, ensuring that the students could grasp the concepts effectively through the tactile feeling. Members of CFC and Project Wings To Dreams took initiative in making the accessible tactile 3D Models, the organizer said.
Sanjiya Shrestha, Co-founder and Treasurer of CFC, who has done more than 250 sessions on SRHR, led the session. With her extensive experience as a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) advocate and counsellor at FPAN Valley Branch, Sanjiya provided valuable insights and guidance. She majorly highlighted internal and external female reproductive organs, irregular periods, cramps, methods to use pad, tampon, menstrual cup and the importance of sanitation. Female students on the brink of or currently experiencing menstruation learned essential hygiene practices and had the opportunity to explore various menstrual products, including pads, tampons, and menstrual cups. Male students also benefited from the session, gaining knowledge about the menstruation process, different menstrual products, and ways to support menstruating individuals.
Menstrual Talk Event Season III represents a significant step towards inclusivity and awareness, fostering a supportive environment for all students, it added.
