Specialty

The project provided essential menstrual hygiene support to women affected by floods in Jhapa, highlighting Rotary’s commitment to women’s health during emergencies.

Facts & Figures

• Date of Support:2 November
• Date of Event:4 November
• Total Budget:NPR 12,000
• Items Distributed:200 packets of sanitary napkins
• Objective:To provide menstrual hygiene products to women impacted by flooding.
• Reach:Directly benefited women in flood-affected areas of Jhapa.

 Support

The project was supported by Rotary Club of Biratnagar Downtown, as part of Region 7, in coordination with Rotary Club of Mechinagar, which led the flood relief operations. Rotary members assisted in procurement, packaging, and transportation, ensuring timely delivery to affected communities. 

Beneficiaries

The project benefited 200 women in flood-affected areas of Jhapa, providing essential hygiene products that helped maintain dignity and health during the crisis. 

Impact/Outcome

This initiative immediately improved menstrual hygiene management for women in emergency conditions, reducing risks of infections and health complications. It also promoted awareness of the importance of hygiene and sanitation during disasters. The timely relief instilled confidence in the affected women that they were not forgotten and strengthened Rotary’s reputation as a responsive and compassionate organization. The intervention created a positive ripple effect by inspiring community members to support vulnerable women during disasters.

Sustainability

• Follow-up Coordination:Rotary Club of Mechinagar monitors further needs in flood-affected areas.
• Community Awareness:Women educated on proper use and disposal of sanitary products.
• Replication:Model can be replicated in other disaster-prone regions.
• Partnerships:Strengthened collaboration between region 7 clubs for emergency response.
• Resource Mobilization:Funds and materials can be mobilized quickly for future emergencies.
• Continued Support:Rotary members committed to periodic hygiene aid and disaster preparedness initiatives.