Period Project & Luncheon
Zonta of Quaboag Valley is increasing local and global awareness of period poverty. By assembling and delivering menstrual hygiene products to those in need, we are rallying to bring dignity to women.
Join Venture Way Collaborative & Zonta of Quaboag Valley organizers to assemble women’s hygiene packages from 10am-noon, followed by a luncheon.
#ThePeriodProject
For women living with homelessness or poverty, having a period is more than a hassle. It’s a financial burden. Basic menstrual hygiene products are costly, especially for women struggling to support themselves and their families. But pads and tampons are considered “non-essential” by the federal government, so they are not covered by SNAP and WIC programs. What’s more, women and teens who are homeless often lack consistent access to hygiene products and safe sanitary spaces.
LINK: Period Project Wish List on Amazon
You can help by supporting The Period Project! Please donate items to create monthly menstrual kits for homeless women and to stock supplies at local shelters. Together, we can make a period just a little easier for women and teens in need.
Date
- Feb 22 2025
Time
- 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Cost
- Free
Location
- 200 Venture Way, Hadley, MA 01035
Organizer
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Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley
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Website
https://zontaqv.org/period Zonta International is a leading global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.
Speakers
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Andrea BordencaFounder, Community Engagement OrganizerAndrea’s background is in generative leadership & Strozzi-based Somatics. Andrea has been coaching adults & leading workshops for over 10 years. As chairperson & CEO of DESCO, a medical emergency service organization, she has intimate experience being in, and leading others who are in deep stress & anxiety.
Andrea’s focus is on leadership & learning for kids & aspiring leaders. Andrea’s approach to leadership is holistic, combines eastern & western philosophy with a focus on building coherence with our physical body, emotional intelligence & our historical narratives. This discourse comes from the Institute for Generative Leadership, Newfield Network and Strozzi Institute.
