11th February 2025Rowan Ridley

Empowering Change: Period Positivity Ambassadors at St Edmund’s

At St Edmund’s, we are committed to ensuring that no student faces barriers to their education due to period poverty. That’s why Miss Ridley and Mrs Bahra have launched the Embrace and Empower initiative—providing free sanitary products, raising awareness, and tackling the stigma surrounding periods.

Leading the way in this movement are our incredible Period Poverty Ambassadors:

Azuka
Mandi
Kyela-Shae
Michelle
Another Year 9 Student

These passionate students are making a real difference in our school community, working together to raise awareness and ensure that no one is left behind.

What Do Our Ambassadors Do?

Azuka, Mandi, Kyela-Shae, Michelle, and Year 9 Student are dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding periods. They are actively involved in:

✔ Ensuring access to free period products in school.
✔ Providing support to students who may feel uncomfortable discussing their menstrual needs.
✔ Raising awareness about period poverty and menstrual health through campaigns and events.
✔ Organiasing fundraising and donation drives to maintain a steady supply of sanitary products.

Why This Matters

Period poverty is a real issue that affects millions of people worldwide. No one should have to miss school or feel ashamed because they don’t have access to essential products. Thanks to Embrace and Empower and our fantastic ambassadors, St Edmund’s is creating a safe, supportive, and stigma-free environment for everyone.

How You Can Help

Speak to Azuka, Mandi, Kyela-Shae or Michelle if you need free period products or support.
Join the movement by helping with fundraising or awareness events.
Start conversations to break the stigma and encourage open discussions about periods.

We are incredibly proud of Miss Ridley, Mrs Bahra, and our wonderful ambassadors for leading the charge in making period dignity a reality at St Edmund’s. Let’s continue to embrace, empower, and support each other! ✨

For more information, reach out to the Embrace and Empower team at St Edmund’s.