by Eco Femme | May 29, 2017 | Blog, Culture, Education, Environment, Health & Hygiene
From the 1st – 28th May (Menstrual Hygiene Day) we participated in #ThePadEffect campaign lead by Feminism In India (FII) to create more awareness about the harmful effects of disposable, plastic menstrual products and the benefits of switching to sustainable...
by Eco Femme | Aug 4, 2016 | Blog, Environment, Health & Hygiene
Traditionally, women all over the world have used cloth to handle their monthly menstrual flow. These days, however, disposable menstrual products such as pads and tampons are more commonly used around the world. Promoted for their convenience, these products are...
by Eco Femme | Feb 17, 2016 | Blog, Making the switch
Rajasi shares her making the switch story. Thank you for sharing Rajasi! It’s been 15 years I’m bleeding and I decided to write a reflection about it. I remember how my mother had handed me my grandmas’ old saree and taught me how to use cloth. The...
by Eco Femme | May 11, 2015 | Environment, Health & Hygiene
Traditionally, women all over the world have used cloth to handle their monthly menstrual flow. These days, however, disposable menstrual products have become commonplace in many countries and are now gaining popularity around the world. Promoted for their...
by Eco Femme | Mar 2, 2015 | Blog, Environment
On the 17th February Eco Femme team members Jessamijn, Laura and Damla visited the Auroville Eco Service to attend the 1Hour initiative set up by a volunteer, Alex, working at the waste management centre. “Waste management is one of the biggest challenges of...
