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Irise Institute East Africa

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Delivering sustainable solutions to girls' menstrual health & hygiene in East Africa. #MenstruationMatters #PeriodPoverty #KeepingGirlsinSchool

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Zamara Foundation (@zamara_fdn) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Hello Siblings! Zamara Foundation will be taking a well-deserved pause to recharge our feminist fire! 🔥 We’re having a silent week from August 20th to 23rd, 2024. Time to rest, reflect, and come back recharged and ready to disrupt! #ZamaraVoices

Hello Siblings!

Zamara Foundation will be taking a well-deserved pause to recharge our feminist fire! 🔥 

We’re having a silent week from August 20th to 23rd, 2024. Time to rest, reflect, and come back recharged and ready to disrupt! 

#ZamaraVoices
Irise Institute East Africa (@iriseeastafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Empowering young women from Direct Hand Foundation with the knowledge of standards and compliance to produce quality reusable pads, thus increasing access to menstrual products. The Pad Project #PeriodProductAccess #MenstrualJusticeForAll

Empowering young women from <a href="/direct_hand/">Direct Hand Foundation</a> with the knowledge of standards and compliance to produce quality reusable pads, thus increasing access to menstrual products.
<a href="/ThePadProject1/">The Pad Project</a>
#PeriodProductAccess 
#MenstrualJusticeForAll
Irise Institute East Africa (@iriseeastafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Through our menstrual health and hygiene refresher training, we’ve strengthened the role of teachers as key support systems for girls in schools. Now equipped, they’re ready to champion MHH in their schools and beyond. #PeriodPositiveSchoolsUG #MenstrualJusticeForAll

Through our menstrual health and hygiene refresher training, we’ve strengthened the role of teachers as key support systems for girls in schools. Now equipped, they’re ready to champion MHH in their schools and beyond. 
#PeriodPositiveSchoolsUG
#MenstrualJusticeForAll
Irise Institute East Africa (@iriseeastafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today, we’re participating in the Intersectoral Committee Meeting on Violence Against Children, organized by Ministry of Education and Sports - Uganda. We believe that ensuring access to menstrual products is crucial for preventing violence against girls. #MenstrualJusticeForAll Ministry of Health- Uganda Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

Today, we’re participating in the Intersectoral Committee Meeting on Violence Against Children, organized by <a href="/Educ_SportsUg/">Ministry of Education and Sports - Uganda</a>. We believe that ensuring access to menstrual products is crucial for preventing violence against girls.
#MenstrualJusticeForAll
<a href="/MinofHealthUG/">Ministry of Health- Uganda</a> <a href="/Mglsd_UG/">Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development</a>
Irise Institute East Africa (@iriseeastafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Enhancing the capacity of young entrepreneurs from TPEN partner Twekonyere Foundation Uganda to scale up the production of quality menstrual products and obtain UNBS certification. The Pad Project #PeriodPeriodAccess #MenstrualJusticeForAll

Enhancing the capacity of young entrepreneurs from TPEN partner <a href="/twekonyereug/">Twekonyere Foundation Uganda</a> to scale up the production of quality menstrual products and obtain UNBS certification.
<a href="/ThePadProject1/">The Pad Project</a>
#PeriodPeriodAccess 
#MenstrualJusticeForAll
Irise Institute East Africa (@iriseeastafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Today, at #WorldWaterWeek, there's a call to action for Governments and development actors to invest in community-led water solutions, WASH education, and prioritizing tangible projects for a water-secure future. Ministry of Education and Sports - Uganda Ministry of Water and Environment - FIEFOC3 #WaterForAll #MenstrualJusticeForAll

Today, at #WorldWaterWeek, there's a call to action for Governments and development actors to invest in community-led water solutions, WASH education, and prioritizing tangible projects for a water-secure future.
<a href="/Educ_SportsUg/">Ministry of Education and Sports - Uganda</a>
<a href="/fiefoc3/">Ministry of Water and Environment - FIEFOC3</a>
#WaterForAll 
#MenstrualJusticeForAll
Patricia Kajumba (@patriciakajumba) 's Twitter Profile Photo

5 years ago my mom suggested that I should name a project I was pitching “Twekonyere” I laughed it off because it sounded “long for someone to say” 🙈☺️ but today I am grateful for the journey & humbling experience to serve Twekonyere Foundation Uganda This is our story of becoming! ✊🏿✊🏿

TAWEA (@cwtawea) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Shirika la TAWEA kwa kushirikiana na WAJIBU tumetambulisha mradi wa NINAWAJIBIKA kwa wadau katika Halmashauri ya Wilaya ya Uvinza Mkoani Kigoma. Mradi umelenga ''Kuimarishi ushiriki wa WANANCHI katika kusimamia rasilimali za Umma.

Shirika la TAWEA kwa kushirikiana na WAJIBU tumetambulisha mradi wa NINAWAJIBIKA kwa wadau katika Halmashauri ya Wilaya ya Uvinza Mkoani Kigoma. Mradi umelenga ''Kuimarishi ushiriki wa WANANCHI katika kusimamia rasilimali za Umma.
Zamara Foundation (@zamara_fdn) 's Twitter Profile Photo

14 years ago, we embraced a constitution for a brighter future. 🌟 But how far have we come in securing bodily autonomy for women and girls? It’s about power, dignity, and democracy. As we celebrate progress, we need to keep pushing forward for a future where every womxn in all

14 years ago, we embraced a constitution for a brighter future. 🌟 But how far have we come in securing bodily autonomy for women and girls? 

It’s about power, dignity, and democracy. As we celebrate progress, we need to keep pushing forward for a future where every womxn in all
@Youthchaperonug (@youthchaperonug) 's Twitter Profile Photo

At the #Community Health Camp organized by Buganda Land Board at Nsambya Kirombe-Kasawe, Our table offered free SRHR information to support youths make informed decisions and trained women and girls how to make reusable Sanitary pads. #SRHR4All #ENLIGHTEENS.

At the #Community Health Camp organized by Buganda Land Board at Nsambya Kirombe-Kasawe, Our table offered free SRHR information to support youths make informed decisions and trained women and girls how to make reusable Sanitary pads. #SRHR4All #ENLIGHTEENS.
Global Learning for Sustainability(GLS) (@globallug) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In a beehive of activities at #UNSADebates2024 learners voices on #SDG4 are vital.Last evening in a parallel event organized by Global Learning for sustainability the challenge was to share if the new #Curriculum will be the Magic bullet in fixing the #21stCentury challenges in #Educationoutcomes

In  a beehive of activities at #UNSADebates2024 learners voices on #SDG4 are vital.Last evening in a parallel event organized by <a href="/GlobalLUg/">Global Learning for sustainability</a> the  challenge was  to share if the new #Curriculum will be the   Magic bullet in fixing the #21stCentury challenges in #Educationoutcomes
Irise Institute East Africa (@iriseeastafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

During today's #WorldWaterWeek discussions on " Gender Equity in WASH & beyond," we recognized the significant role WASH plays in all aspects of our daily lives. Integrating WASH into our programs is essential for driving lasting change in our communities. #MenstrualJusticeForAll

During today's #WorldWaterWeek discussions on " Gender Equity in WASH &amp; beyond," we recognized the significant role WASH plays in all aspects of our daily lives. Integrating WASH into our programs is essential for driving lasting change in our communities.
#MenstrualJusticeForAll
Faraja Africa Foundation (@farajaafricafdn) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We are excited to announce that Faraja Africa Foundation has signed a project partnership called “Youth-Led Advocacy in Legislation” with GIZ Uganda under Civil Society in Uganda Support Programme (CUSP) co-funded by EU in Uganda and Bundesentwicklungsministerium. It's aimed at amplifying youth voices in key decision decision-making processes.

We are excited to announce that <a href="/FarajaAfricaFdn/">Faraja Africa Foundation</a> has signed a project partnership called “Youth-Led Advocacy in Legislation” with <a href="/giz_uganda/">GIZ Uganda</a> under <a href="/CUSP_Uganda/">Civil Society in Uganda Support Programme (CUSP)</a> co-funded by <a href="/EUinUG/">EU in Uganda</a> and <a href="/BMZ_Bund/">Bundesentwicklungsministerium</a>. It's aimed at amplifying youth voices in key decision decision-making processes.
Drawing Dreams Initiative (@ddinitiative) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Ladies, join us for our inaugural period party🩸 An evening of candid conversations on menstruation, menstrual related pains & disorders, as we build community and celebrate hedhi🩸 Life with Menstruation❣️ See poster for more details & sign up via forms.gle/VggZZFn9m5D4mb…

Ladies, join us for our inaugural period party🩸 An evening of candid conversations on menstruation, menstrual related pains &amp; disorders, as we build community and celebrate hedhi🩸 Life with Menstruation❣️ See poster for more details &amp; sign up via forms.gle/VggZZFn9m5D4mb…
Toto Centre Initiative (@totocentre) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Are our children safe with this kind of WASH facilities in schools that are literally falling apart? And what about that PWD girl who needs a secure place to change her sanitary towel? #SafeSchools #InclusiveSanitation MToto News #makingchildrenvisible Irise Institute East Africa Share-Net International Global South Coalition for Dignified Menstruation

Are our children safe with this kind of WASH facilities in schools that are literally falling apart? And what about that PWD girl who needs a secure place to change her sanitary towel? #SafeSchools #InclusiveSanitation
<a href="/MTotoNews/">MToto News #makingchildrenvisible</a> <a href="/IriseEastAfrica/">Irise Institute East Africa</a> <a href="/ShareNetIntl/">Share-Net International</a> <a href="/GlobalSouthDM/">Global South Coalition for Dignified Menstruation</a>
PERIOD. (@periodmovement) 's Twitter Profile Photo

PERIOD. highlights and celebrates progress in the menstrual movement by awarding youth activists for their impact and contributions to end period poverty and stigma in their community! Know a youth champion? Nominate them today at period.org/youthawards

PERIOD. highlights and celebrates progress in the menstrual movement by awarding youth activists for their impact and contributions to end period poverty and stigma in their community! 

Know a youth champion? Nominate them today at period.org/youthawards
Twekonyere Foundation Uganda (@twekonyereug) 's Twitter Profile Photo

PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT 🩸 This program is promoting good health and well-being through advancing complete Menstrual Health & Hygiene in rural areas. Since 2018, we have worked with various communities, partners and beneficiaries. Together we can create #PeriodFriendly communities.

PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT 🩸
This program is promoting good health and well-being through advancing complete Menstrual Health &amp; Hygiene in rural areas. Since 2018, we have worked with various communities, partners and beneficiaries. Together we can create #PeriodFriendly communities.
UN Women Liaison Office to the AU & UNECA (@unwomenau) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Are you passionate about stopping violence against women and girls in Africa? Join our crucial consultative meeting for the African Union Convention on #EVAWG. 🗓 Date: 5th September 2024 🕛Time: 12:00 PM EAT (09:00 AM GMT) 🔗Register Now: bit.ly/CEVAWG #AUCEVAWG

Are you passionate about stopping violence against women and girls in Africa? Join our crucial consultative meeting for the African Union Convention on #EVAWG. 

🗓 Date: 5th September 2024 
🕛Time: 12:00 PM EAT (09:00 AM GMT) 
🔗Register Now: bit.ly/CEVAWG 
 #AUCEVAWG
Faraja Africa Foundation (@farajaafricafdn) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Period inequality continues to affect women and girls across Uganda, as highlighted by Edna .K. Wabwire. Join the campaign and let’s advocate for period equality. Every girl deserves access to menstrual health products and education. #PeriodEquality

Zamara Foundation (@zamara_fdn) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In Kenya, nearly 1 in 5 teenage girls has either become a mother or is currently pregnant.This is not just a statistic; it's a reflection of the systemic challenges young women face. In Kwale, where over 9,300 teenage pregnancies were recorded recently, the urgency for change

In Kenya, nearly 1 in 5 teenage girls has either become a mother or is currently pregnant.This is not just a statistic; it's a reflection of the systemic challenges young women face. 

In Kwale, where over 9,300 teenage pregnancies were recorded recently, the urgency for change