NETWAS Uganda

Menstrual health and safe sanitation in schools

Research and practical support so that pupils, especially girls, can stay in school.

Objective

Help schools provide private, safe sanitation and menstrual health support so that girls do not miss lessons.

Our work in schools

  • Action research on menstrual health management in 32 schools in Agago District.
  • Climate resilience and sanitation safety in Agago schools, supported by the Roddenberry Foundation.
  • Work with Orthodox schools and their host communities in Omoro District.
  • Menstrual health training and pupil WASH clubs in 10 schools in Kwania District, ongoing under SWaSSH4A Phase II.

Results

Action research findings from 32 Agago schools.

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