Breaking the Taboo: Yaounde hosts aiden “My Free Period” Festival to champion menstrual dignity

© JDC The persistent social stigma surrounding female personal hygiene and menstruation remains a critical global concern in the 21st century. To confront these challenges, the world observes the International Day of Action for Women's Health and Menstrual Hygiene every May 28th. Marking this year's celebration, the Women's Smiles Association (l’association Sourires des femmes) officially launched the maiden Cameroonian edition of the “My Free Period” festival (Festival mes menstrues libres) ...

By Louisa KINYUY