ABOUT US

STAR DURABLE PADS began in April 2017, in response to an urgent need for menstrual hygiene materials for girls and women here in Uganda. Currently in Uganda there is inadequate access to knowledge on menstruation, as well as social stigmas which associate shame and secrecy with menstruation.

Lack of access to menstrual sanitation products has been linked with girls missing or dropping out of school, and women missing work, limiting their life choices and decision-making power. Lack of knowledge and accessibility to sanitary menstrual hygiene products can additionally lead women to using unsanitary alternatives. Improving the accessibility of menstrual hygiene products and empowering women to take control of their menstrual cycles is thus essential for achieving social equality.

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We are a social enterprise, investing all profits made from the sale of our products into the continuing functioning of our business and in financing menstrual health education training and reusable pad sewing programmes. We work in partnership with our parental non-government organisation, Women Rights Initiative (WORI).

With years of experience helping women reach their potential, we have the expertise to thoroughly and efficiently serve our communities to ensure they’re never disappointed.

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Whether you’re a one-time buyer or looking to buy in bulk, you can count on us to provide great products and excellent service, every step of the way.

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