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felt uncomfortable, but with patience, ER: What recognition has your work received?
awareness, and official support, Teacher: It was acknowledged through the
acceptance grew. Global Teacher Grant (USA) and has
ER: How did the SNEHITA initiative add been replicated in nearby schools,
value? proving its sustainability and impact.
Teacher: It gave students a peer-support Interview with Students
system. Girls felt more comfortable ER. How did you feel before this program
sharing their concerns with their peers, started?
which boosted confidence and
leadership. Student: Many of us felt shy and scared to talk
about periods. Some of us even missed
ER: What changes did you see among students?
classes during menstruation.
ER: What changed after reading Menstrupedia?
Teacher: Girls became more vocal, confident,
and regular in school. Boys developed Student: We understood that menstruation is
respect and sensitivity towards gender natural and nothing to be ashamed of.
issues. The book made it easier to talk about.
t
ER: How did this initiative impact he ER: Did the sessions in English help?
community? Student: Yes! Activities like debates and essays
Teacher: Parents became more open to improved our English skills and gave
discussing menstrual health. The us confidence to speak publicly.
program created awareness beyond ER: How did including boys make a difference?
our school, even reaching neighboring
schools.
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