International Girl Child Day: Reflo Company Limited Donates Reflo’s Sanitary Pads to Kayayei’s in Accra

The event saw the distribution of over 1,000 Reflo’s sanitary pads to the Kayayei, an initiative by Reflo Company Limited...

In honor of International Girl Child Day, The Florence Mensah Foundation joined hands with Reflo Company Limited to lend a helping hand to the Kayayei community in Accra. This heartfelt initiative took place at the Makola AMA forecourt in Accra, where they generously donated pads offering moments of relief and hope to these resilient young women.

The event saw the distribution of over 1,000 Reflo’s sanitary pads to the Kayayei, an initiative that aims to support vulnerable women in Ghana, particularly the female head porters. The theme of the event was “Empowering Kayayei with knowledge on good feminine hygiene and reproductive health care.”

The Florence Mensah Foundation and Reflo Company Limited, known for their commitment to educating young women about the importance of menstrual hygiene and general well-being, added a sensitisation program which was conducted by Faustina Boamah, a midwife from the Lekma Hospital. The Kayayei girls received practical training on proper hygiene practices, including the correct usage and disposal of sanitary napkins.

In addition to the educational efforts, the company’s brand ambassadors, Michy and Anita Akuffo, played an active role in educating and entertaining the Kayayei, underscoring the importance of good feminine hygiene and reproductive health care.

This joint effort, by the Florence Mensah Foundation and Reflo Company Limited serves as a reminder that even small acts of kindness can make a difference. By working together, we can create a better future for these young women.

Reflo Company Ltd, in partnership with The Florence Mensah Foundation, has officially completed its landmark “Helping 1000 Girls to Embrace Their Flow” initiative, with the final round of sanitary pad distributions carried out in schools in Ashaiman, Nima and Assin Ochiso to commemorate Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025.

Launched in March 2024, the project was a bold commitment to support 1,000 deprived girls with a full year’s supply of high-quality sanitary pads and menstrual health education. One year on, the goal has been achieved — with 1,000 girls now better equipped to manage their menstrual health with dignity and confidence.

Beneficiaries of the project spanned across key communities and schools, including: Assin Ochiso D/A Basic School, Assin Ochiso Heritage Academy, Assin Hasowode D/A Basic School, Kedzi Havedzi A.M.E. Zion Basic School (Volta Region), Ashaiman No. 5B Basic School, Ashaiman No. 4 JHS and Nima Basic School.

The impact of the project extended far beyond distributing sanitary pads. Through school engagements, open conversations and hands-on educational sessions, the Foundation addressed long-standing stigma, corrected misconceptions and empowered young girls to approach their menstrual cycles with confidence, pride and self-assurance.

At the closing ceremony, Ms. Rebecca Osam, CEO of Reflo Company Ltd., remarked:

“Today, as we close this chapter, we are not just ending a project. We are celebrating a milestone — one that signifies progress, sparks awareness, inspires dialogue and lays the foundation for lasting change. To our brilliant young girls, you are strong, you are capable and you are unstoppable. And to everyone gathered here, let us not stop here. Let us continue to support, educate and build a community where our girls can thrive without fear, shame or judgment.”

With the “1000 Girls” project now complete, both Reflo Company Ltd and The Florence Mensah Foundation are urging government agencies, corporate organisations, NGOs and development partners to help scale the initiative nationally, reaching more underserved girls in vulnerable communities.

The success of this project is not just a milestone — it’s a call to action. A call to invest in menstrual equity. A call to shape a future where no girl’s education or dignity is compromised by her period.