The Pad
Me A Girl Empowerment Foundation, in partnership with Access Bank, conducted a multi-location outreach under the “Access Pad Me A Girl 2.0” initiative across Abuja, Benue, and Nasarawa States from February 6 to 9.
The initiative targeted Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps, focusing on menstrual hygiene, education, and welfare support for vulnerable girls and women living in challenging conditions.
Outreach sites included Area 1 IDP Camp in Durumi, Abuja, Ortese IDP Camp in Benue State, and Kadarko IDP Camp in Nasarawa State.
During the visits, beneficiaries received reusable sanitary pads, exercise books, writing materials, food items, and other essential supplies to ease their daily struggles.
Theresa Moses, Convener of the Foundation, said the initiative ensures no girl is denied education or dignity due to her menstrual cycle or displacement.
“Access Pad Me A Girl 2.0 restores dignity, confidence, and opportunity to displaced girls. Menstrual hygiene is a right, not a privilege,” Moses emphasised during the outreach.
She noted the inclusion of food and educational materials reflects the broader needs of girls in IDP camps, linking menstrual support with education and welfare.
The Foundation described its partnership with Access Bank as a model for how corporate organisations can support sustainable, grassroots interventions in vulnerable communities.
Camp officials and beneficiaries praised the outreach as timely and impactful, particularly for girls who often miss school due to lack of menstrual products and learning materials.
The initiative forms part of the Foundation’s nationwide efforts to combat period poverty, with plans to expand support to more IDP camps and underserved communities across Nigeria.
