Bobbi L. Newman writes: “The stigmatization of menstruation, commonly known as period stigma, is a pervasive social issue that transcends cultural, economic, and geographical boundaries. This stigma has far-reaching consequences, with one significant manifestation being period poverty. Period poverty is the lack of access to menstrual hygiene products due to financial constraints. Period poverty not only exacerbates gender inequalities but also hinders educational and economic opportunities for those affected. Efforts to combat period stigma and period poverty involve not only providing access to affordable menstrual products but also fostering open conversations to challenge societal norms.”