Take part in a sponsored event
There are lots of different challenge events to choose from. From sponsored walks to running marathons, skydives to climbing Kilimanjaro – the choice is yours!
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Posted 16 December 2019
There are lots of different challenge events to choose from. From sponsored walks to running marathons, skydives to climbing Kilimanjaro – the choice is yours!
Read moreWhat are the ceremonies, rituals and celebrations that cultures perform to mark girls' first periods? Photo: Romeo Ninneh/ActionAid
Posted in Blog on 18 October 2019
In some countries around the world, families and whole communities celebrate a girl reaching puberty as a coming-of-age occasion. Find out how first periods are acknowledged and celebrated from the UK to Japan.
Read morePosted in Blog on 24 May 2019
Follow our step-by-step guide to make your own eco-friendly, reusable sanitary pads - the same method used by women in Nepal to manage their periods.
Read morePosted in Blog on 1 March 2019
Why does International Women's Day matter? Do we still need to celebrate it - and what about International Men's Day? We explore the history and future of this important day in the women's rights calendar.
Read moreNetflix's 'Period. End of Sentence.' highlights the period shaming that affects women and girls in India. Photo: Netflix
Posted in Blog on 22 February 2019
Netflix's new documentary 'Period. End of Sentence.' is up for an Oscar; here's why it is essential viewing that proves the transformative power of ending period shame.
Read morePosted 5 November 2018
Find out about Giving Tuesday, when Giving Tuesday will be, and how you can support ActionAid to help change the lives of women and girls living in poverty.
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