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Program Overview

Polycom Girls recognizes the importance of addressing menstrual hygiene needs among adolescent girls at the grassroots level. Consequently, Polycom endeavors to provide free sanitary towels and panties to girls in the informal settlements within Nairobi and target countries like Meru, Bomet and Kilifi to ensure that menstruation does not hinder the development or education of the girls we serve. Additionally, in response to health challenges posed by unsanitary toilets in Kibera, Polycom produces soap and distributes it to schools to clean the rudimentary lavatories, aiming to reduce cases of urinary tract and fungal infections among adolescent girls and boys. Annually, Polycom refers an average of 15 students monthly to youth-friendly facilities for treatment and provides psycho-social support to several teenage mothers, creating a movement for them to be included in all programming and even pushing for the return to school policy with proper financing. Through life skills education Polycom Girls reaches an average of 2500, with the year 2023 reaching a total of 2924 adolescent girls and 905 boys, contributing significantly to the holistic development of the Kibera community which is our primary target population.It is worth noting that the sanitary towels are made by our own pads company, ensuring that adolescent girls can easily access the sanitary towels through continuous supply, further enhancing their access to menstrual hygiene products.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What WASH services does Polycom Girls provide for girls and women?

    Polycom Girls provides a range of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services including the distribution of free sanitary towels and panties, production and distribution of soap for schools, and life skills education related to hygiene. We also facilitate access to youth-friendly health facilities and support teenage mothers to continue their education.

  • How does Polycom Girls address menstrual hygiene needs?

    We address menstrual hygiene by supplying free sanitary towels and panties to adolescent girls in informal settlements across Nairobi, Meru, Bomet, and Kilifi. Our own pads company ensures a continuous supply of high-quality sanitary products to support menstrual hygiene and empower girls.

  • What measures are taken to ensure clean and safe school facilities?

    To maintain clean school environments, especially in Kibera, Polycom Girls produces and distributes soap to schools. This initiative helps keep toilets clean, thereby reducing infections among students and creating a healthier learning environment.

  • How does Polycom Girls support students with health needs related to hygiene?

    Polycom Girls actively refers about 15 students every month to youth-friendly health facilities for treatment when they experience hygiene-related health issues. This ensures that students receive the care they need in a supportive and accessible manner.

  • In what ways does Polycom Girls support teenage mothers?

    We support teenage mothers by advocating for their return to school and helping them overcome barriers to education. Our goal is to empower these young women, ensuring they continue their studies and contribute to their communities.

  • How many students benefit from Polycom Girls’ life skills education?

    In 2023, our life skills education programs reached 2,924 girls and 905 boys. These sessions focus on hygiene, health, and personal development, equipping young people with the knowledge and skills they need for a healthy future.

  • What role does the in-house pads company play in your WASH initiatives?

    Our in-house pads company plays a critical role in ensuring a reliable and continuous supply of sanitary products. By managing production and distribution, we enhance access to menstrual hygiene products, which supports the overall development and well-being of the Kibera community.

  • Which regions are currently served by Polycom Girls’ WASH programs?

    Our WASH programs currently serve girls and women in several regions, including Nairobi, Meru, Bomet, and Kilifi. Additionally, we focus on community-based interventions in Kibera, where our initiatives have a significant impact on improving health and hygiene.