Let's Talk About Periods
The LTAP (Let's Talk About Periods) project, launched in March 2022, has reached 45+ government schools in Kolkata, benefiting over 5,500 young menstruators, 400 young mothers, and 200 staff. It has significantly raised awareness about menstrual hygiene, dispelling myths and equipping students with essential knowledge. The project aims to reduce absenteeism among female students, with early signs showing a positive impact on attendance. Additionally, it improved access to menstrual products by distributing supplies and donating dispensers to 10 schools, addressing period poverty effectively.
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What is LTAP?
"Let’s Talk About Periods" (LTAP) is Spriha Society’s flagship intervention designed to combat period poverty and stigma in India. It is not just an awareness drive; it is a sustainable ecosystem built to ensure menstrual equity.
While many initiatives focus solely on distributing pads, LTAP addresses the root causes of menstrual inequity: lack of knowledge, lack of infrastructure, and lack of agency. We work directly inside government schools to transform them into "Period-Friendly" zones where menstruators can manage their health with dignity and safety.
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Schools reached
45+
Students reached
5500+
Sanitary napkin dispensers installed
12
College/University reached
1
Spriha Speaks
90+
Learn About Our Streamlined Process
At Spriha Society, we understand the importance of menstrual health management campaigns in maintaining good health and preventing infections. We visit schools, engage with students, and discuss three critical aspects of our LTAP program.
Biological Process of Menstruation
We educate students about menstruation and the menstrual cycle, ensuring them that it's a normal biological process experienced by most cis-gender women. We aim to remove any stigma or shame associated with it and promote understanding.
Psychological Impacts of Periods
We provide students with knowledge about hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle and offer tips to manage emotions. We aim to empower menstruators to take care of their bodies and make informed decisions about their health.
Menstruation and Social Taboos
We break down social taboos surrounding menstruation, debunking any myths with no biological basis, and engage students in a poster-making session. We aim to promote open discussion and acceptance.
Spriha Society's Journey of Period Awareness Campaigns in Schools
We aim to promote menstrual health and hygiene management in schools across West Bengal by using local languages and engaging with students of all ages. Our period awareness sessions include a creative segment for participants to express their views on menstruation.
Gangapuri Sikha Sadan School for Girls
6th March, 2022
Jadavpur Bijoygarh Sikhshaniketan
15th August, 2022
Sakhawat Memorial Government Girl's High School
9th July, 2022
Pranta Pally Balika Vidyalaya, Baghajatin
27th August, 2022
Bethune Collegiate School
16th July, 2022
Begum Rokeya Smriti Balika Vidyalaya
24th September, 2022
Baranagar Mohan Girl's High School
17th December, 2022
Milangarh Balika Vidyalaya
4th February, 2023
Tiljala Girl's High School
25th February, 2023
Join us in our mission to promote period health and hygiene management
By conducting menstrual awareness programs and donating sanitary napkin vending machine dispensers to under-resourced schools, Spriha Society aims to break through the social taboos, restrictions, and stigmas surrounding periods.