Menstrual Equity Legislation
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End the tampon tax - HELP all people who menstruate;
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Provide free period products in all public school restrooms
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Make period products as freely available as toilet paper in all restrooms of public buildings
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Provide free period products in prisons and jails aids all incarcerated individuals who menstruate;
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Fund sustainable, community-based period distribution programs, which will benefit the 1 in 4 individuals who menstruate and cannot afford period supplies.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
EDUCATION: We need to educate everyone about periods. By addressing the stigma associated with periods, we can create a more supportive environment. Set up a club at your local school, create fundraisers to talk about period poverty, set up packing parties.
ADVOCACY: Period products are necessities. We need to advocate to eliminate taxes on menstrual products and make these products ready available in schools. Reach out to your local congressman. Research which states have not removed the tampon tax.
ENGAGEMENT: We need to hear from our future leaders - Youth. Find out what their biggest concerns are. Engage with other members in your community to make an impact.
LET'S FIGHT PERIOD POVERTY TOGETHER
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