Spill the Tea, Not Your Data: Period Privacy Matters
There’s a very specific kind of horror that comes with getting your period at the absolute worst, unexpected, and let's face it: unwanted time. You get it right before first period when you're already at school, or in the middle of plans you were really excited about. It comes when you're at the pool or on a school trip, maybe when you're on a date or in gym class. One second you’re living your life, the next you’re mentally inventorying pads and tampons, checking your outfit, and asking a friend to do the universal “can you look at the back of my pants?” inspection like it’s a military…
From the Interns: Setting Up Clarendon's Personal Care Pantry
Faiza
Hello, everyone! My name is Faiza and I am currently a CARE intern at the Clarendon Library, where I’ve been helping establish the Personal Care Pantry! I created a brand-new donation bin, collected and sorted incoming donations, assembled personal care packs, restocked and organized our pantry shelves, and even designed and printed a custom logo specific to our Clarendon location! In these weeks, what’s made this experience truly meaningful were the conversations with curious adults and kids, where both ends of the conversation have been dedicated to eradicating the stigma…
From the Interns: Feeling Rewarded through CARE (Cycle Alliance for Reproductive Equity)
Chanell
Volunteering with CARE (Cycle Alliance in Every REgion) is one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. Through this organization, I’ve had the opportunity to support the fight against period poverty, a struggle that often goes unseen but affects so many people. Every time I sort feminine hygiene products, count inventory, or prepare bags for CARE kits, I feel like I’m making a real impact. This work isn’t just about handing out pads or tampons, it’s about promoting dignity, health, and support for those who need it.My involvement with CARE has included a variety of hands-on tasks. I’ve…