BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE
MBABANE – Since its founding in October 2020, the BAWSS Foundation has made remarkable strides in ensuring that girls across Eswatini have access to dignified menstrual care.
Over the past five years, the non-profit organization has distributed more than 120 000 packets of sanitary pads, directly benefiting over 35 000 girls and young women in schools, underserved communities, and correctional facilities.
Beyond providing essential sanitary products, the foundation focuses on empowering girls with knowledge. Through menstrual hygiene education sessions, dignity packs, and pop-up donation events, BAWSS reaches girls wherever they are, fostering confidence, health, and self-esteem. “Our goal has always been to ensure that no girl misses out on education or feels ashamed because of her period,” said a foundation representative.
The foundation’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. BAWSS was honored with the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Certificate, an achievement that strengthened its credibility and facilitated its official registration. This recognition has enabled the organization to forge stronger partnerships and attract critical support from companies and organizations such as Spar, AHF Eswatini, Pick n Pay, Engen Filling Station, Galp, and Plant Co. These collaborations have helped sustain large-scale distribution programs and extend the foundation’s reach to the most vulnerable communities.
Looking ahead, BAWSS is committed to expanding its impact, calling on businesses, organizations, and individuals to contribute. “Every girl deserves access to menstrual care without shame or interruption to her education,” the foundation emphasized. “With continued support, we can ensure that dignity and confidence remain within reach for every young girl in Eswatini.”
For more information or to support the initiative, contact BAWSS Foundation at +268 7673 3651 or email info@bawssfoundation.org.
Through its tireless work, the BAWSS Foundation continues to transform lives, bringing hope, empowerment, and dignity to thousands of girls, and reinforcing the principle that menstrual health is a fundamental right for every young woman in Eswatini.
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