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KC Oasis Sunday Gathering – Featured speaker: Mx. Niki Aktipis, “What’s in Your Pantry?: Destigmatizing Period Poverty”

Kansas City Oasis Community Center 1717 W 41st St, Kansas City

NOTE: We are holding a donation drive in conjunction with this event. Please bring period products to donate if you are able. Period poverty is a critical issue affecting individuals globally, especially those from low-income backgrounds. It refers to the lack of access to sanitary products, menstrual hygiene education and proper sanitation facilities, which hinders the ability of menstruating individuals to manage their periods with dignity and comfort. This leads to significant challenges in health, education and overall well-being. In many places, stigma surrounding menstruation exacerbates the problem, further marginalizing those affected. Addressing period poverty requires systemic changes including policy...