Nairobi, March 28 -- An initiative to improve menstrual health and hygiene practices for low-income women in Kenya has been launched by Huru International and USAID.

It targets 22,500 women in garment production and horticulture, which are significant employment sectors for women, across Nakuru, Machakos, Kajiado and Nairobi counties.

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The project aims to bridge the menstrual health gap for women who, because of poverty, often resort to unsafe and unsanitary alternatives.

This intervention will focus on enhancing their health, dignity, and equity at work by providing 22,500 menstrual packs containing Huru reusable sanitary pads and panties at 43 workplaces.

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