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05/15/2025

05/13/2025

It’s Poverty Awareness Week—a time to shed light on the daily struggles faced by millions, especially those without access to basic needs.

Period poverty is a hidden crisis in Los Angeles. Many people who menstruate—students, unhoused individuals, and families living below the poverty line—often go without the products they need to manage their periods with dignity.

That’s why programs like Sisters on the Streets are so critical. They help distribute menstrual products to schools, shelters, and community centers—ensuring that period care is not a privilege, but a basic right.

If you’d like to support this mission, consider donating the cost of a box of pads or tampons. Every small act helps restore dignity and health.

Use the link in bio to give. Together, we can help end period poverty in Los Angeles.

05/27/2024

During this years Period Poverty Awareness Week, Sisters On The Streets hosted our 4th annual Period Product Pickup Event for Providers. Check out how we are Poverty in Los Angeles! https://youtu.be/AaxPCGrRD14
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05/23/2024

At the same time, there are people who menstruate who aren't cisgender women. They might be trans men, intersex, genderqueer or nonbinary. Menstruation is a biological function; it's not a “woman thing.” It's an experience that can be highly variable, and mean different things to different people.

05/22/2024

As of January 8, 2024, 21 states in the United States charge sales tax on period products, also known as the tampon tax. The tax rate ranges from 4% to 7%, with Indiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee having the highest rates at 7%. These states often classify menstrual products as "luxury items".
To learn if your state taxes period supplies check out https://allianceforperiodsupplies.org/tampon-tax/

05/21/2024

Period poverty is a term used to describe a lack of access to proper menstrual products and the education needed to use them effectively. In total, there are around 500 million people who menstruate that cannot manage their periods safely due to lack of menstrual products and for fear of shame. Every person with a period should have access to the products they need.

05/20/2024

The Alliance for Period Supplies created Period Poverty Awareness Week to draw attention to the issue of period poverty and the negative impact it has on people who menstruate.

We encourage everyone to join the movement and become advocates to help – start a conversation about period poverty, host a virtual product drive, donate to the Alliance for Period Supplies or a local program, or do one of many other things, from right at home.

12/16/2023

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05/25/2023

Menstrual Education: Empowering Through Knowledge 💡🌸

Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to menstrual health. Menstrual education plays a crucial role in empowering individuals to understand and embrace their bodies, breaking down taboos, and fostering a culture of acceptance and support.

📚🩸 Comprehensive menstrual education equips people with the information they need to navigate their menstrual cycles confidently and comfortably. It covers topics such as the menstrual cycle, hormonal changes, menstrual hygiene, and the various menstrual product options available.

🌍🌺 By promoting open conversations about menstruation and providing inclusive and accurate information, we can challenge the stigma and shame that often surround this natural bodily process. Let's create a safe space where questions can be asked, myths can be debunked, and experiences can be shared without judgment.

💪✨ Menstrual education is not just for those who menstruate; it is for everyone. It helps build empathy, understanding, and support among communities, breaking down gender barriers and promoting inclusivity. Together, we can create a world where menstruation is celebrated, not silenced.

🗣📖 Let's advocate for comprehensive menstrual education in schools, workplaces, and communities. Let's ensure that no one feels isolated or uninformed about their bodies. Together, we can empower individuals to make informed choices, prioritize their well-being, and embrace the natural beauty of menstruation.

05/24/2023

The Hidden Dangers: Infections and Limited Access to Menstrual Products 💔🌸

During Period Poverty Awareness Week, let's address a critical issue faced by individuals who lack access to menstrual products: the risk of using unsafe alternatives that can lead to infections.

🚫🛁 When individuals resort to using unhygienic materials like rags, newspapers, or even leaves as m akeshift menstrual products, they expose themselves to various infections. The lack of proper absorbency, inadequate hygiene, and potential irritants in these alternatives can disrupt the natural balance of the vaginal flora and increase the risk of infections.

🌺✨ Some common infections that can arise from these unsafe practices include bacterial vaginosis, urinary tract infections (UTIs), yeast infections, and even more severe conditions like toxic shock syndrome (TSS). These infections can cause discomfort, pain, and potentially long-term health consequences.

💪🌿 Access to safe and hygienic menstrual products is a basic human right. By raising awareness and supporting initiatives that provide free or affordable menstrual products to those in need, we can protect individuals from the risks associated with unhygienic alternatives and ensure their overall well-being.

📣🌍 Let's work together to break the cycle of limited access to menstrual products and create a world where no one has to compromise their health and dignity due to period poverty. It's time to prioritize menstrual equity and ensure that everyone can manage their periods safely and hygienically. 💪🌸