Glossary
Period Poverty
Lack of or uncertain access to menstrual hygiene products due to financial constraints
Menstruation / Menstrual Period
The monthly shedding of blood and tissue from the lining of the uterus, when pregnancy does not occur
Menstrual Hygiene
Maintaining health and cleanliness of the body during a menstrual period. Appropriate products used (including sanitary pads, tampons, and menstrual cups)
Menstrual Equity
Fair and complete access to menstrual hygiene products for all individuals who need them
Hygiene Desert
Lack of affordable hygiene products among a community’s retailers, the unintentional result of product drives and the reason premier charitable organizations operate through monetary donations rather than product donations
Data-Driven Systemic Change
Efforts to reverse the growing prevalence of Period Poverty, informed by current and unbiased research
Social Policy
Principles that guide a society in managing social welfare, equality, and justice, shaped by cultural values, political ideologies, and economic conditions
Period Poverty Blog
Starting a Dignity Grows Chapter: The Complete Guide
Starting a Dignity Grows chapter is simple and impactful and builds meaningful bridges across your community. If you feel inspired by Dignity Grows’ mission to create menstrual equity for all, but there isn’t a chapter near you, and you’re considering creating your...
How Corporate Philanthropy Can Lead the Fight Against Menstrual Inequality
Dignity Grows is a nonprofit organization leading the fight against Period Poverty through direct product distribution, support programs, strategic corporate partnerships, and data-driven social policy change. The organization, which began as a one-time local...
How Does Period Poverty Affect Education
Education is a fundamental right, and every student must have an equal opportunity to learn and thrive. However, an often overlooked yet unavoidable factor can significantly impact a student's educational journey: menstrual cycles. To address this issue, we must explore how Period Poverty affects education for menstruators.