Menstrual Health, Gender Roles and Equality
26th March 2026
This Women’s Month, we brought together parents, grandparents, and carers for an open and meaningful conversation about menstrual health — a topic that is often overlooked, yet deeply important in the lives of girls and women.
The session created a safe space to learn, share, and challenge the stigma that still surrounds periods. We were especially encouraged to see fathers actively participating, reinforcing that supporting girls is a shared family responsibility.
Key takeaways from the session:
- Open conversations at home help build confidence and reduce shame
- Menstrual health is a vital part of overall wellbeing, not just a “women’s issue”
- Education empowers both girls and the adults who support them
- Fathers and male carers play an important role in normalising the conversation
Together, we took a step toward creating more informed, supportive, and compassionate environments for our daughters and future generations.
Speakers
- Dr Pedi Obani, Parent Team Lead, Afrikindness
- Dr Oghenekovie Oghre, General Practice Registrar, NHS Rotherham
- Chioma Fanawopo, Parent & Teen Coach Afrikindness
- Dr Vivian Okoye, Neurodiversity Lead, Afrikindness
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You can watch the recording below:
Useful Resources
Periods and period problem
Women’s health
Menopause: Giving you confidence for understanding and action
