Janani, a 14-year-old girl from Sri Lanka, faces challenges with period poverty, often missing school due to lack of sanitary pads. A DW survey shows that 46% of over 500 girls struggle to afford menstrual hygiene products, with that number rising to 81% in some schools. The economic crisis has exacerbated this issue, causing the price of pads to surge 92%. Many girls report missed classes and difficult experiences, leading to emotional distress and educational setbacks. Teachers sometimes help, but consistent support is lacking in many schools.
I feel ashamed of using cloth. If we miss school because of this, they won't teach us again the lessons we've missed, will they?
Almost half of the girls surveyed by DW said they missed school during their period for a myriad of reasons, including excessive pain.
The cost of a pack of 10 sanitary napkins increased by 92% after the economic crisis, from 140 rupees to 270 rupees.
Some teachers will buy pads for us, but others won't. It's awkward to ask, so I usually ask my friends to do it for me.
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