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Huru Kits: An Effective and Innovative Approach to Tackling Period Poverty In Kenya
Find out how Huru's unique menstrual health kits are making a real difference by addressing period poverty and keeping Kenyan girls in school.
Addressing Period Poverty: Empowering Young Girls in Kenya
Period poverty is a harsh reality for many young girls in Kenya, limiting their education and future prospects. Learn how Huru Kenya is addressing this issue by providing menstrual hygiene solutions and education on menstrual health. Join us in empowering young girls and reducing gender inequality.
A Giving Story: Barb A. and the Huru Girls of Kenya
During this year’s season of giving, Barbara Albert, shares why she has been a long-time supporter of Huru. We have been fortunate to benefit from Barb’s Mending A Life program to support many of the trainees of our Skills Development Program.
Taboos and Stigmas That Compound The Impact of Period Poverty
Girls and young women in Africa face many challenges when it comes to menstruation, but entrenched cultural taboos and stigmas only compound the impact of period poverty.
This Is L. & Huru Partner to Fight Period Poverty
For the third consecutive year, P&G’s This is L. and Huru partner to provide vulnerable girls across Kenya access to reusable period care products and education to ensure they stay in school without missing days due to something as simple as their cycle.
Giving Story: Lamda Nu Xi
We couldn’t be more grateful for the support of Lambda Nu Xi, Beta Chapter. Tori Mitchell, their Director of Administration and Community Engagement, tells us how Huru’s mission aligns with their women’s reproductive health and wellness efforts.
One Giant Step Toward Independence
Next week our latest trainees from the Huru Skills Development Program will sit to take their NITA exams. If passed, it is a big step forward toward achieving personal and economic independence.
2021 in Review
Our team is reflecting on the amazing impact made in 2021 and looking towards another year working towards a world where no girl is limited by her period.
A Letter to Huru's Monthly Donors
Velnah wrote a letter of thanks to Huru’s monthly donors, a community called The Cycle, supporting girls year-round.
Anastacia's Bright Future
In honor of International Day of the Girl, today we’re celebrating Anastacia and how she never gives up.