Volunteers made over 125 sustainable hygiene kits at the York Minster event, a new record, celebrating International Women’s Week.
Volunteers made special kits in two sessions. These kits are washable and last a long time. Each kit has eight pads and two pad pockets. A waterproof bag holds used items. Two pairs of underwear and a flannel are also inside. The volunteers pack everything into a drawstring bag.
Charities and aid workers deliver them. They send the kits where they are most needed. The kits went to fourteen African countries. Four Asian countries also received them.
Countries like Belize and Brazil benefitted too. Refugee camps in Europe and Yemen also received kits. Girls can continue their education. They avoid worry about their periods.
Janice Lawson leads the project. She called it a “fantastic event.” Women gathered to help from everywhere. They made over 125 kits, a new record!
Each kit costs £10 to make. Volunteers spend at least six hours. Regular volunteers assist new helpers. They teach them how to make the kits.
Yorkits is part of Rotary York Ainsty. They welcome donations for kit costs. They also fund groups in developing countries. These groups start their own kit-making projects.
Yorkits offers templates and instructions. New groups can use them for free. They have YouTube videos showing each step. Local kit making creates opportunities. Women learn new skills. They then earn money for their families.