Kamakhya Health
A student led organization for the equity & empowerment of women.
Resources
The Collected Resource Archive. Includes information about ongoing and completed projects.
NEWS + UPDATES
Up & Coming News:
Menstruation at Wellington Library
September 15th, time 12:00-4:30PM
Behind the Scenes
Meet the story and students behind Kamakhya Health.
Resources
The Nepali Cheli Program: the first of many peer mentoring initiatives designed to strengthen bonds among women in the Nepali community, address taboo topics, and foster a collaborative learning environment.
News & Updates
Join us on September 15th 2024 from 12:00 - 4:30PM at the Wellington Library!Please bring a box of menstrual products with you for our Menstrual Package Activity!Google Meet Code: nam-xrec-fsn
Behind the Scenes
In 2023, Florida passed HB1069, a bill which would restrict classroom education for students below sixth grade on human sexuality and reproductive health.This means that if a young girl in elementary school were to experience her first period, she would be unable to discuss it with her teacher or seek guidance under the bill's current language.Critics argue that this could lead to increased fear, shame, and confusion among young girls, especially since many girls begin
menstruating before they reach sixth grade..Addtionally this bill limits comprehensive sexual education and deprives students of essential medical information, while allowing censorships of certain books pertaining these topics.By restricting conversations about it, the legislation might contribute to a culture of silence and shame around a natural biological process. This could have lasting effects on young girls' self-esteem and their understanding of their own bodies.At the Kamakhya Health Foundation, our dedicated team of passionate individuals work tirelessly behind the scenes to promote equity and empowerment for women. Get to know the people who make our mission possible.