The project seeks to address the wicked problem of menstrual waste, which is rapidly rising due to the use of disposable sanitary pads and the lack of proper waste management systems in India.
The research explores cloth pads as a viable alternative to non biodegradable single-use sanitary pads. It includes analysis of existing sustainable menstrual hygiene products and barriers to broad adoption of cloth pads. Data was collected through interviews, surveys, and a participatory workshop, which helped to map the landscape of menstrual hygiene in India and to understand the role of different stakeholders within the system.
Further, it explores what directed efforts can provide an impetus for the broad adoption of cloth pads as a sustainable menstrual hygiene product. The document incorporates strategies for developing a more holistic and sustainable approach towards menstrual health management, carefully addressing myths, beliefs, practices, systems, and environments in rural India.
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