Recent Events – Arise For Social And Gender Justice

Sexual and Reproductive Health, Menstrual Health and Hygiene Teaching at Kapete Secondary School

With funding and support from ACT Ubumbano, Arise for Social and Gender Justice was able to bring transformative change to Kapete Secondary School in Chongwe District. We reached 200 adolescent girls and boys aged 12 to 19 years, equipping them with vital knowledge on Sexual and Reproductive Health, Menstrual Health and Hygiene, HIV and AIDS prevention, and Gender-Based Violence. Together, we also challenged harmful social norms and gender stereotypes that hold young people back.

Menstrual Hygiene Day – 2025

Event Summary: Menstrual Hygiene Day – 2025 Organized by: Arise for Social and Gender Justice (ASGJ) Location: Kapete Primary and Secondary Schools, Chongwe District Date: May 28, 2025 To commemorate Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025, Arise for Social and Gender Justice (ASGJ) held a school outreach at Kapete Primary School and Kapete Secondary School under the ongoing Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Campaign. The event focused on improving menstrual health and hygiene (MHH) awareness and breaking the stigma surrounding menstruation among school-going girls. Activities and Reach: Kapete Primary School: Reached 100 girls in grades 6 and 7 Conducted interactive sessions on: Understanding menstruation and the menstrual cycle Importance of menstrual hygiene and safe practices Breaking myths and misconceptions about menstruation •Promoting body confidence and self-care Kapete Secondary School: Engaged 300 girls from form one to grade 12 Delivered comprehensive menstrual hygiene education covering: Proper use and disposal of sanitary products Nutrition and personal hygiene during menstruation Emotional and psychological wellbeing during periods Encouraging peer support and openness among girls Additional Support Provided: Distribution of dignity packs, which included: Sanitary pads Q&A sessions facilitated by trained mentors and ASGJ staff Discussions on gender equality, SRHR, and the role of boys and men in supporting menstrual health Impact: The event empowered 400 girls with essential knowledge and resources, fostering a safe space for open discussions on menstrual health. Many girls expressed appreciation for the opportunity to ask questions, gain accurate information, and feel supported in managing their menstrual health with dignity.

MENSTRUAL HYGIENE HEALTH AWARENESS 2025

HELP A GIRL STAY IN SCHOOL — DONATE A PAD TODAY! We’re raising funds to support 1,600 vulnerable girls with 5,000 sanitary towel packets and critical awareness on Menstrual Hygiene (MHH), Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH), and Mental Health—empowering them to manage their periods with dignity, stay in school, and thrive. Date of Event: 28th May to 22nd December, 2025 Location: Rural & Peri-Urban Areas (Rufunsa, Kafue and Lusaka Districts) For more information, click Here. MAKE YOUR DONATIONS HERE AIRTEL MONEY: 0979 042224 MTN MONEY: 0766 195558 BANK DETAILS BANK NAME: FNB ZAMBIA ACC NO: 62729068793 HELP A GIRL STAY IN SCHOOL—DONATE A PAD TODAY YOUR SUPPORT = HER DIGNITY PERIODS SHOULDN’T STOP EDUCATION—HELP HER THRIVE YOUR DONATION MATTERS

Member of the National Coalition on School Health

On 30th September , 2024, Arise for Social and Gender Justice officially became part of the newly formed National CSO Coalition on School Health. In collaboration with Healthy Learners, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Education, the new coalition brings together ten organizations from across Zambia that are all committed to enhancing school health . The coalition is dedicated to advocating for the health and well-being of children in schools with a shared vision of fostering safe, supportive, and nurturing environments school environments.

National CSO Coalition on School Health Engagement Workshop

Yesterday 26th September, 2024 we joined other CSOs in discussing critical matters concerning our National School Health. As part of the ongoing efforts to enhance school health services in Zambia, Alliance forAccountability Advocates Zambia (AAAZ) with support from Healthy Learners hosted a National CSO Coalition on School Health Engagement Workshop. The workshop was being convened in response to the need for improved coordination, monitoring, accountability and advocacy in the implementation of school health programs at both national and subnational levels. The meeting brought together Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) from acrossthe country to discuss strategies for addressing these challenges.

Facilitator Training Women Workshop

Our ladies were so excited to receive their certificates upon completing their four-day training. We can’t wait to see them impact lives as we tackle challenges in Reproductive Health, HIV/STIs, Harmful social norms and strive to advocate for Gender Equality and a world where women and girls are free from harm