On May 29, 2026, AfriYAN Ethiopia Sidama Chapter, in partnership with TaYA, organized a vibrant Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) Day celebration at Hawassa Industrial Park. The event brought together youth leaders, health professionals, and workers for an engaging day of awareness raising, education, and community participation.
Key highlights
• Date: May 29, 2026
• Location: Hawassa Industrial Park
• Organizers: AfriYAN Ethiopia Sidama Chapter and TaYA
• Partners: Hawassa Industrial Park Health Center
• Focus: Menstrual Hygiene Management, SRHR awareness, and youth engagement
Raising awareness through participation
The celebration featured a variety of awareness competitions and interactive entertainment activities designed to encourage participation and learning. Through creative engagement, participants gained valuable knowledge about menstrual health and its importance to dignity, wellbeing, and gender equality.
Promoting SRHR and informed choices
Representatives from the Industrial Park Health Center joined the event to facilitate discussions on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). The conversations addressed issues that directly affect workers and young people, including menstrual health, cervical cancer screening, and access to contraceptive information and services.
The session created a supportive environment where participants could ask questions, receive accurate information, and engage in open dialogue on topics that are often overlooked.
Youth leadership in action
The event demonstrated the important role that youth leaders play in advancing awareness and promoting healthy communities. By creating accessible and engaging platforms, AfriYAN Sidama Chapter continues to empower young people with knowledge and encourage positive health seeking behaviors.
Looking ahead
AfriYAN Ethiopia remains committed to advancing menstrual health awareness, strengthening SRHR education, and ensuring that young people have access to the information and resources they need to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing.
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