Across Nigeria, thousands of girls miss school every month because of something completely natural, their periods. For many, the lack of access to affordable menstrual products, limited education on menstrual health, and persistent stigma create barriers that go far beyond the classroom.
To spotlight this issue, A Pad for Her has released a powerful short documentary titled “When Periods Keep Girls Out of School.” The film captures the lived realities of schoolgirls navigating period poverty, the emotional and educational toll it takes, and the inspiring work being done to change the narrative.
Through interviews, on-the-ground storytelling, and the voices of girls, educators, and advocates, the documentary sheds light on how period poverty is not just a health issue — it’s a matter of dignity, equality, and opportunity.
The short film also highlights A Pad for Her’s ongoing work in building Pad Banks, organizing menstrual health workshops, and promoting period equity across underserved communities. It’s a call to action, to policymakers, schools, parents, and young people, to create a world where no girl has to choose between her education and her period.
Periods should never be a reason to stay home. They should never stand in the way of a girl’s dreams.