Starting today the City of St. Albert has launched its Period Promise Pledge campaign.
From now until March 17, residents are being asked to donate period products to one of several drop off locations throughout the city.
“Period poverty is a complex issue with multiple contributing factors,” wrote the city on their website. “These include being unable to afford menstrual products, limited access to washrooms, inadequate laundry services, stigma related to gender identity, and shame associated with menstruation.”
The locations accepting donations includes St. Albert Place, Servus Credit Union Place, Fountain Park Recreation Centre, and Jarome Iginla Arena.
“Almost one-quarter of people who menstruate in Canada report struggling to afford menstrual products for themselves or their children. And when people don’t have menstrual products, they often miss school, work, or other opportunities to contribute to their community.”
Donated products are shared with United Way and several St. Albert social service agencies.
