Speciallady Awareness, in collaboration with the NLA Good Causes Foundation, held an outreach program themed “Empowering Young Voices for a Healthier Future” on Monday, October 6.

The event was at Ghana Senior High School (Ghanasco) in Tamale, Northern Region of Ghana.

The event carried the sub-theme “Breaking the Silence: Youth Advocacy and Menstrual Health,” emphasising the need to empower young people, especially girls, to take charge of their health and become active agents of change in their communities.

Students of Ghana Senior High School (Ghanasco) greatly benefited from the outreach program, with 2,000 female students receiving free sanitary pads.

This outreach comes at a timely moment as the world prepares to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, under the global theme “The Girl I Am, the Change I Lead: Girls on the Frontlines of Crisis.”

This year’s celebration recognises the resilience, leadership and transformative power of girls in addressing the pressing challenges of our time.

Speciallady Awareness, a leading reproductive health advocacy organisation in Ghana, continues to make remarkable strides in promoting menstrual hygiene education and reproductive health rights.

With a track record of impacting over 40,000 female students across the country, the organisation remains steadfast in its mission to ensure that every young girl is equipped with the knowledge, confidence and voice to make informed decisions about her health.

During the outreach, participants engaged in interactive sessions and open discussions on menstrual health, stigma and advocacy.

Young people were encouraged to see themselves not just as beneficiaries of health programs, but as leaders and advocates capable of influencing change at the community and policy levels.

The program also featured mentorship activities, where health professionals and youth advocates shared personal stories and strategies for driving sustainable health advocacy.

Speaking at the event, Elizabeth Amoaa underscored the need to normalise conversations about menstruation and to involve both boys and girls in menstrual health education.

She highlighted that breaking the silence around menstruation is key to achieving gender equality and ensuring that no girl’s education or dignity is compromised due to stigma or lack of resources.

The NLA Good Causes Foundation, known for supporting impactful social initiatives, reaffirmed its commitment to empowering Ghana’s youth through partnerships that promote health, education and social inclusion.

As the world celebrates the International Day of the Girl, this outreach stands as a testament to what is possible when young voices are heard and supported.

By fostering a culture of openness, advocacy and leadership, programs like these remind us that the health of the future begins with the empowerment of today’s youth.

Together, through awareness, education and action, we can ensure that every girl is not only healthy but also heard, truly embodying this year’s call: “The Girl I Am, the Change I Lead.”