period poverty
& Period Shame
Period poverty describes one's inability to afford or access menstrual hygiene supplies, and despite it being a pressing issue in low-income communities all over the world, it is an issue that often goes unaddressed in mainstream civics spaces. Because of this, and the impact that COVID-19 placed on communities in need of menstrual hygiene products, The Next Gen Come Up participated in multiple fundraising initiatives/mutual aid efforts and created multiple social media campaigns raising awareness for the cause and educating the youth of all genders about menstrual hygiene.
initiatives
#myredstripe
Campaign
Annually From 2019 to Present
With some tape, a red tablecloth, some red lipstick, and a supportive dad with a camera, Anya Dillard created the #MyRedStripes Campaign. The striking image inspired hundreds of students throughout her school community to start speaking more openly about feminine hygiene and menstruation, and inspired Anya to start calling herself an “image activist."