Improving Health, Period.

Yet every day, girls in Samburu and around the world are forced to navigate menstruation without the knowledge, support, or supplies they need. The result? More than 60 days of missed school each year - limiting access to the education and opportunities they deserve.

As The Samburu Project celebrates 20 years of impact, we’re reflecting on two decades of seeing how access to clean water transforms lives far beyond the well itself. When water flows into a community, dignity follows. Girls are able to stay in school, families are healthier, and conversations around menstrual health become possible. Reusable menstrual products become a safe, sustainable solution - helping girls stay confident, stay in class, and stay on track.

This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we’re pushing forward. In partnership with PadMad, Kapa Oil, and AirKenya, we’ve already distributed reusable menstrual products to over 11,000 girls in Samburu. This year, we’re hosting our big event for 7 more schools - this includes both primary and secondary schools, and over 500 boys. Yes, boys - because ending stigma starts with inclusion

We're carrying the conversation beyond a single day. Our big Menstrual Hygiene celebration will take place June 12–13, bringing communities together to learn, share, and normalize menstruation as part of everyday life. Throughout June, we’ll also be hosting a series of smaller workshops across schools and communities - continuing education, breaking stigma, and ensuring that menstrual health is not just addressed once a year, but supported consistently.

If you are in Kenya and want to donate via Mpesa, we graciously accept donations through our PayBill: #4036877 / account - water