Wearing Pink Proud: Maria's 155 km challenge for period poverty

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Stacey and J Sbu chat to Maria who shares her inspiring journey as she tackles the issue of period poverty. Maria shares her motivation behind running 5 kilometers every day throughout July to raise awareness for this critical cause, shedding light on the challenges girls face due to limited access to sanitary products.

Her initiative, close to Stacey’s heart, aims not only to educate but also to mobilize community support. Join us as we explore Maria's passion, her impact, and how you can get involved in making a difference.
27 Jun 2024 English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

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