SFEG hosts World’s First Period summit addressing menstrual health issues

Themed "Innovative Solutions to Combat Period Poverty in Nigeria," the summit coincided with Women's History Month and International Women's Day 2024. The event aimed to address period poverty, initiate crucial conversations, raise awareness, and propose tailored solutions for the Nigerian context.

Safety For Every Girl hosts World’s First Period summit addressing critical menstrual health issues Pulse Nigeria

Safety for Every Girl hosts World’s First Period summit addressing menstrual health issues Pulse Nigeria

During the summit, attendees had the opportunity to delve into a spectrum of women’s health issues, including menstrual health and the economic consequences of period poverty. The insightful discussions were led by influential voices, thought leaders, business executives, and gender equality advocates.

Safety for Every Girl hosts World’s First Period summit addressing menstrual health issues Pulse Nigeria

Chioma Nwigwe, Founder of SFEG and Convener of the Period Summit, expressed her dedication to raising awareness of the dangers of period poverty and closing the gap for vulnerable teenage girls and women across Nigeria. She emphasised the need for action, stating, "Women have either been ignored or regulated in the conversation about period poverty. It is time to take action and establish pathways for better access to menstrual hygiene products. It is time to create a new normal for young girls and women because menstrual health is essential to overall well-being.”

Safety for Every Girl hosts World’s First Period summit addressing menstrual health issues Pulse Nigeria

Distinguished Speakers included renowned actor, model and producer Eku Edewor; General Manager HR at Pan African Towers, Chisom Ndukwe; Executive Coach & CEO of BMO Advisory, Bola Matel-Okoh; and Legal/Compliance Officer at Lukefield Finance Company Ltd, Chimezu Arogundade; Reality TV Star, 43rd Miss Nigeria & Brand influencer, Beauty Tukura; Public speaker & Executive Director of the 100k Club, Dr. Chinonso Egemba (Aproko Doctor); MD of Pinnacle Medical Services, Dr. Maymunah Kadiri; TV presenter and entrepreneur Eme Ime Okwoche, among others.

Safety for Every Girl hosts World’s First Period summit addressing menstrual health issues Pulse Nigeria

A Teens Fireside Chat, moderated by Filmmaker & Brand Influencer Alex Unusual, featured Writer, Tech Programmer & On-Air-Personality Mojoyinoluwa Adeshina; and students of Bright Achievers Secondary School Bariga, Favour Ezenkweke and Fatia Animashaun where they discussed the topic "Overcoming Period Stigma - Body Positivity, Self Love & Care"

Safety for Every Girl hosts World’s First Period summit addressing menstrual health issues Pulse Nigeria

The summit also witnessed the awards presentation for the First-ever SFEG National Essay Competition, recognising outstanding submissions on the discourse of period poverty. Other highlights included spoken-word renditions, networking opportunities, and musical performances, including a saxophone presentation by 8-year-old Adewole Nifemi, aka Pink Sax Girl, among other fun activities.

Safety for Every Girl hosts World’s First Period summit addressing menstrual health issues Pulse Nigeria

Safety For Every Girl Foundation remains dedicated to empowering women and girls by hosting pivotal events like the Period Summit and its regular outreach to challenged communities across the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria.