Real Relief is now a certified Period Positive Workplace and coalition member.
24.06.2026Women represent nearly half of the global labor market and on any given day over 800 million people worldwide are menstruating. However, studies show that 96% of women who start their period unexpectedly in public leave to buy period products, 4 out of 10 people who menstruate have called in sick dRead more…
External Research Update: The Supertowel – A Vital Innovation for Hygiene in Water-Scarce Regions
10.06.2026We are pleased to share a recently published research article from our external partners, including Action Against Hunger (ACF), the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), and Tufts University. The study, featured in the journal PLOS Water, evaluates a year-long intervention in NortRead more…
Real Relief scales abroad with Safepad production in Tanzania
15.05.2026With financial support from Nopef, Real Relief assessed the Tanzanian market, identified partners and set up local production that avoids the cost and carbon footprint of importing finished goods. The company now has the capacity to produce 10,000 pads a day, greatly reducing plastic waste and improRead more…
From Period Poverty to Economic Participation: Women-Led Solutions in Crises
17.03.2026How women-led initiatives can address menstrual health challenges while strengthening women’s economic participation in fragile and conflict-affected settings was the focus of the side event “From Period Poverty to Economic Participation: Women-Led Solutions in Crises” during the 70th session of theRead more…
Real Relief India Leads Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Program at Sri Vijay Vidyalaya College, Bargur – 10 March 2026.
13.03.2026Real Relief India Leads Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Program at Sri Vijay Vidyalaya College, Bargur – 10 March 2026 as part of the India’s Healthiest Women’s Day & Menstrual Hygiene Day – Mission 8 Program, in collaboration with Happy Periods and ISDO.The initiative aimed to raise awareness about mRead more…
Real Relief India Supports Women’s Day and Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Mission at Coimbatore Institute of Technology on 5th March 2026
09.03.2026Real Relief India recently participated in the Women’s Day & Menstrual Hygiene Mission organized by the International Social Development Organization (ISDO) and Happy Periods in association with the Women Empowerment Cell at Coimbatore Institute of Technology.The initiative brought together studRead more…
International Women’s Day: A Moment for Accountability
02.03.2026International Women’s Day is often a moment of celebration. This year, it should also be a moment of accountability.How many countries have national standards for menstrual health in schools?How many have integrated it into education and health budgets?How many ensure accessible sanitation forRead more…
Menstrual Health Is a Fundamental Right. Are Other Countries Ready to Follow?
02.03.2026As CSW and International Women’s Day Approach, the Time for Symbolism Has PassedAs the global community prepares for the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in March, alongside International Women’s Day, an urgent question is emerging: if menstrual health is fundamental to dignity and equalityRead more…
Pad distribution and menstrual health education in Zanzibar
24.02.2026On February 19, Real Relief were participants in a Menstrual Health and Hygiene outreach event at Jendele Secondary School in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Trine Angeline Sig, attended together with her family to support the important work of improving menstrual health awareness and access for schoolgirls.Read more…
Threads of Dignity: Real Relief Standing With Afghan Women and Girls for Dignity, Health, Education, and Healing
09.01.2026At Real Relief, we are proud and deeply honored to stand with SafePath Prosperity in their mission to support Afghan women and girls with dignity, care, and opportunity.We are happy to stand with SafePath Prosperity and support initiatives that ensure women and girls can access menstrual healthRead more…
Recap Video Released — IMPURE North American Premiere at UNICEF HQ, New York City 🎥
11.12.2025We are proud to share that the recap video from the Official North American Premiere of IMPURE held at UNICEF Headquarters in New York City on Menstrual Hygiene Day (28 May) is now available.Premiering IMPURE in New York, just steps away from the United Nations, brought the film’s messageRead more…
A Women-Led Safepad™ Production Unit Opens in Sandiara, Senegal 🇸🇳
11.12.2025Something extraordinary has begun in Sandiara. Together with our partner Kitambaa, we are proud to mark the opening of a women-led Safepad™ production unit—created to ensure that no girl has to miss school because of her period, and that menstrual dignity is never treated as a luxury.This new prRead more…
Strengthening Menstrual Health Delivery in Tanzania 🇹🇿
01.12.2025This week, the Safepad team — represented by Oikos, A to Z, and Real Relief — met with 21 of our 25 District Distribution Agents (DDAs) at the Regional Commissioner’s office in Manyara for a full-day capacity-building session.The workshop focused on:🔹 Sharing best practices from the field🔹Read more…
Real Relief at the 7th International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) in Bogotá, Colombia
10.11.2025Real Relief was proud to take part in the 7th edition of the International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP), held this year in Bogotá, Colombia, under the theme:Equity Through Action: Advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights for All.The conference is one of the most significanRead more…
From Ukraine for Ukraine
28.10.2025We are proud to share that a new shipment of WASH and Dignity Kits — made and assembled in Ukraine at our Real Relief kitting unit — is now on its way to communities most in need.Each kit represents more than essential hygiene and health items. It stands for care, resilience, and hope — a tangibRead more…
Menstrual Dignity Through Markets—Safepad™ Leads the Way in Bangladesh
01.09.2025In a groundbreaking new feature, The Daily Star spotlights innovative market-based solutions that are transforming menstrual health for underserved women across Bangladesh. The article—titled “Menstrual dignity through markets: A safe path for underserved women”—highlights how enterprises like SafepRead more…
Community event at Kyaume Primary and Junior Secondary Schools
28.08.2025In partnership with Real Relief in Kenya, 250 girls received Safepad packages, each containing reusable sanitary pads thatlast 3–4 years. This innovation helps reduce household costs for sanitary products and minimizes school absenteeism, ensuring girls can continue their education with dignity aRead more…
POWER. TOGETHER Award
20.11.2019Finally the moment arrived where our managing director, Trine, received the POWER. TOGETHER award on behalf of the work of PeriodPride - Keep Our GIRLS in School 🎉The award was given to organizations that fight to end Period Poverty by advocating for free sanitary products for young girls and wRead more…
Real Relief has received a grant from USAID OFDA
23.09.2019Real Relief has received a grant from USAID OFDA to further study the efficacy of Supertowel for handwashing. In cooperation with London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, the Royal College of Art, Kelkar Research Centre and ACF (Action Against Hunger) we will study the efficacy of SupertowelRead more…
Recap Video Released — IMPURE North American Premiere at UNICEF HQ, New York City 🎥
11.12.2025We are proud to share that the recap video from the Official North American Premiere of IMPURE held at UNICEF Headquarters in New York City on MenstruRead more…
A Women-Led Safepad™ Production Unit Opens in Sandiara, Senegal 🇸🇳
11.12.2025Something extraordinary has begun in Sandiara. Together with our partner Kitambaa, we are proud to mark the opening of a women-led Safepad™ productionRead more…
Strengthening Menstrual Health Delivery in Tanzania 🇹🇿
01.12.2025This week, the Safepad team — represented by Oikos, A to Z, and Real Relief — met with 21 of our 25 District Distribution Agents (DDAs) at the RegionaRead more…
Real Relief at the 7th International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) in Bogotá, Colombia
10.11.2025Real Relief was proud to take part in the 7th edition of the International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP), held this year in Bogotá, Colombia, uRead more…
From Ukraine for Ukraine
28.10.2025We are proud to share that a new shipment of WASH and Dignity Kits — made and assembled in Ukraine at our Real Relief kitting unit — is now on its wayRead more…
Menstrual Dignity Through Markets—Safepad™ Leads the Way in Bangladesh
01.09.2025In a groundbreaking new feature, The Daily Star spotlights innovative market-based solutions that are transforming menstrual health for underserved woRead more…
Community event at Kyaume Primary and Junior Secondary Schools
28.08.2025In partnership with Real Relief in Kenya, 250 girls received Safepad packages, each containing reusable sanitary pads thatlast 3–4 years. This innoRead more…
POWER. TOGETHER Award
20.11.2019Finally the moment arrived where our managing director, Trine, received the POWER. TOGETHER award on behalf of the work of PeriodPride - Keep Our GIRLRead more…
Real Relief has received a grant from USAID OFDA
23.09.2019Real Relief has received a grant from USAID OFDA to further study the efficacy of Supertowel for handwashing. In cooperation with London School of HygRead more…
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