Looking at gender discrimination in advertising policies — For the 2021 D&AD New Blood Awards, we teamed up with Refinery29 on a brief that asked emerging creatives to reposition menopause as an issue that can affect anyone of any age. …

Last year was the first time that Menstrual Hygiene Day was adapted into a digital format, and the potential for reaching a larger audience was undeniable. This year the Menstrual Health world was more prepared and came out in full force with just about every digital tool you can imagine…

Focusing on the positive aspects of sex, rather than resorting to scare tactics, has far better outcomes for contraception uptake, disease prevention, and eliminating gender-based violence. …

A global team of experts, organized by the Global Menstrual Collective, has come together to advance menstrual policy, practice, and research by defining menstrual health. Formal definitions can prevent misunderstandings and serve as a compass to unite and direct a movement. Achieving menstrual health for all is essential for public…

Growing our pleasure portfolio with the investment arm of the Healthy Pleasure Group — The pleasure gap is real and rooted in gender inequality. In fact, research has found that when women report satisfying sexual experiences, those reports usually reflect how they perceive their partner’s satisfaction — not their own. This prioritization of men’s pleasure over women’s is problematic in more ways than one…

We are thrilled to announce that health and development expert Shannon Lövgren will be joining The Case for Her as Managing Director. …

How a unique Trade Finance Vehicle is helping to fill the gaps in Pacific island product deserts — Menstruators in island nations largely rely on imported products, leaving them with few options to choose from and inflated prices. In the most remote areas, they may not have access to products at all, requiring home-made and at times unhygienic solutions. At the end of 2018, The Criterion Institute, Menstrual…

What it’s like to hit menopause at the young age of 14 — When most people think of menopause, they probably think of aging. Still, for one in 100 menstruators, menopause can happen years (even decades) before the “normal” onset of 45–50. The loss of estrogen that accompanies premature menopause is associated with an increased risk of dementia, sexual dysfunction, heart disease, mood…

A comprehensive guide for why and how to invest in menstrual health and hygiene — Leading global health organizations have unveiled a groundbreaking analysis outlining what donors, national governments, and the private sector need to invest to accelerate progress for menstrual health and hygiene (MHH). …