We are Caroline & Carolle Kaba, twin sisters born and raised in the West African nation of Burkina Faso. (And yes, our names are twins too!) Coming of age in a country where only 26% of women report having adequate menstruation resources, we know firsthand what it is like for girls to manage their periods with limited access to supplies.

Since 2021, we have been living and attending school in the United States. In high school, we joined a local club to combat period poverty and reduce menstrual stigma. But over time, we started asking ourselves, "But what about the girls back home? How can we use our skills, passion, and opportunity to make a difference for our Burkinabe sisters, who face even bigger challenges in menstrual management?" The Period Equity Initiative was born out of our desire to positively impact the lives of girls in our home country.

Our approach is rooted in partnership, dignity, and sustainability. We work directly with a women’s group in rural Burkina Faso, ensuring that every step of our project is led by local knowledge and community priorities. By training women to produce high‑quality reusable pads and paying them fair wages, we create meaningful income opportunities that strengthen families and empower women economically. At the same time, we distribute these pads to girls who need them most, paired with menstrual health education that reduces stigma and keeps girls in school. Our model is intentionally symbiotic: women gain financial independence, and girls gain the tools and confidence to continue their education without interruption.

Your contribution will go far! Please consider making a donation in one of these suggested amounts:

A $12.50 donation will provide six pads for 1 girl.

A $25 donation will provide pads for 2 girls

A $50 donation will provide pads for 4 girls

A $100 donation will provide pads for 8 girls

A $250 donation will provide pads for 20 girls

These reusable pads can last for up to 5 years, ensuring a long-term resource that will protect the girls’ dignity and support their educational future. Each girl will receive six pads.

We are grateful for your donation in any amount.

Thank for your partnership which will make a difference in the lives of our Burkinabe sisters!

operative in rural Burkina Faso, ensuring that every step of our project is led by local knowledge and community priorities. By training women to produce high‑quality reusable pads and paying them fair wages, we create meaningful income opportunities that strengthen families and empower women economically. At the same time, we distribute these pads to girls who need them most, paired with menstrual health education that reduces stigma and keeps girls in school. Our model is intentionally symbiotic: women gain financial independence, and girls gain the tools and confidence to continue their education without interruption.

Period Equity Initiative

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Period Equity Initiative

A future not limited by periods.

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