Serenity Sisterhood Initiatives, Care Connect empower schoolgirls on World Menstrual Hygiene Day in Lagos

Serenity Sisterhood Initiatives (SSI), in partnership with Care Connect, has marked World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026 with a far-reaching menstrual health awareness campaign aimed at empowering adolescent girls with knowledge, confidence, and access to essential hygiene products.

The outreach, held on June 2, 2026, took place at Ikeja Senior High School and Opebi Grammar School in Ikeja, Lagos, bringing together hundreds of female students, teachers, and volunteers in a united effort to promote menstrual health education and break the stigma surrounding menstruation.

The initiative was designed to address the persistent myths, misconceptions, and cultural taboos that often prevent young girls from openly discussing menstrual health and seeking accurate information. Through interactive sessions, practical demonstrations, and engaging discussions, participants received comprehensive guidance on menstrual hygiene management, reproductive health, and personal well-being.

Topics covered during the programme included proper menstrual hygiene practices and infection prevention, understanding reproductive anatomy and the physical changes associated with puberty, as well as strategies for building self-confidence and maintaining emotional well-being during menstrual cycles.

Speaking at the event, Olori Bernitha Agboge, Founder of Serenity Sisterhood Initiatives, alongside Alhaja Olayinka Olajide, Olufunke Olorunfemi, Aminat Kazeem, and Uchenna Onuoha, Managing Director of Care Connect, encouraged the students to embrace menstruation as a natural biological process and reject the stigma often associated with it.

The speakers emphasized that no girl should feel ashamed, isolated, or disadvantaged because of her period. They urged the students to seek accurate information, prioritize their health, and support one another in creating safe and informed environments where menstrual health can be discussed openly.

Providing Immediate Support

As part of the outreach, SSI and Care Connect distributed free sanitary pads, hygiene kits, and educational materials to participating students. The intervention was aimed at easing the burden created by the increasing cost of menstrual hygiene products and ensuring that girls can manage their periods safely and confidently without disruptions to their education.

The campaign aligns with the global theme for Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026, “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld,” which advocates for a world where menstruation is no longer a barrier to education, opportunity, or dignity.

By bringing menstrual health education and essential supplies directly to schools, the two organizations contributed meaningfully to the global call for improved awareness, accessibility, and inclusivity.

Serenity Sisterhood Initiatives reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the welfare of women and girls through education, mentorship, advocacy, and community-based interventions.

According to the organizers, the partnership between SSI and Care Connect demonstrates the impact that can be achieved when organizations collaborate to address critical social issues affecting young people.

“Our partnership with Care Connect reflects the power of collective action,” the organizers said. “Together, we are working towards a society where no girl misses school, loses confidence, or is denied opportunities because of her menstrual cycle. Every girl deserves access to accurate information, quality menstrual products, and the dignity to thrive.”

The successful outreach further underscores the importance of sustained investment in menstrual health education as a key component of gender equality, educational attainment, and the overall empowerment of girls and young women in Nigeria.