The Torreón Municipal Women’s Institute in Coahuila, Mexico, has received a donation of 1,000 feminine hygiene products intended for distribution to women and adolescents in require, according to a statement released May 31, 2025. The donation, provided by the Ibero University Alumni Collective, aims to address challenges in accessing menstrual hygiene, particularly for those facing economic hardship.
Institute Director Amira Darwich García described the initiative as part of a broader effort to promote awareness, dignity, and the right to self-care related to menstrual health. “The donation was made by the collective of Ibero Graduates, whose social commitment has been constantly manifested in various causes related to gender equality, social justice and community well-being,” García stated. Oralia Valdez, representing the alumni collective, formally delivered the supplies, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between civil society and public institutions to improve the quality of life for women.
The donation comes amid increasing attention to menstrual hygiene management as a public health and human rights issue. A recent report by RiseM highlighted the challenges faced by women and girls in rapidly urbanizing areas, particularly regarding access to safe and private spaces, water, and appropriate disposal methods for menstrual products. The report underscored the vulnerability of these populations and the need for improved infrastructure and services.
In Parral, likewise in Mexico, the Municipal Women’s Institute launched a series of informational talks in secondary schools in June 2025, coinciding with International Menstrual Hygiene Day. These sessions, held at Francisca, Rogerio Aranda, and Técnica 31 schools, aimed to provide inclusive and unbiased education about menstruation, according to institute head Teresita Esparza. Esparza emphasized the campaign’s goal of dismantling myths and stigmas surrounding menstruation and fostering more respectful and equitable learning environments. She noted that the initiative aligns with the priorities of Parral’s municipal president, Salvador Calderón, who has expressed support for projects promoting gender equality.
The Torreón institute continues to maintain a permanent collection drive for feminine hygiene products, seeking to support women with limited financial resources who struggle to afford these essential items. The institute has not announced a specific end date for the collection, indicating an ongoing commitment to addressing menstrual hygiene needs within the municipality.
