VISION & MISSION

A data-driven approach.

In Africa, and particularly in Senegal, women and girls face enormous difficulties during their periods. According to statistics published by the Ministry of National Education in 2013.

More than half of primary schools lacked sanitation facilities. 52% of schools had no toilets, and 59% had no access to water.
40% of girls aged 9 to 17 missed school at least once a week whenever they had their period, due to a lack of sanitation infrastructure.
This absenteeism negatively affects academic performance. In some cases, girls (11.2%) drop out of school because of the challenges they face during their periods..
Women lose 40–45% of their income during these five days..

Our approach

Kitambaa aims to provide low-income families with washable sanitary pads at highly competitive prices, to replace disposable sanitary pads and help address the challenge of keeping young girls in school and empowering women.

Vision

A world where every woman and girl experiences her period with dignity, confidence and autonomy, breaks down taboos, has access to safe and sustainable solutions, and helps to build an equal society that respects the planet.

Mission

We educate, innovate and advocate to empower every girl and woman through access to sustainable and environmentally friendly menstrual care solutions, the creation of economic opportunities, and the promotion of an equal and healthy society.

Objectif

Objective

To contribute to the sustainable improvement of girls’ and women’s menstrual and reproductive health in Senegal and across Africa, by promoting their dignity, autonomy and full social, economic and civic participation.

OUR VALUES: ADIPE

Empower

Give women and girls the means to take charge of their health and their future;

Dignify

Promote respect and break down taboos related to menstruation;

Innovate

Develop reliable, comfortable, appropriate, and sustainable local solutions;

Work with communities, institutions, and private/public stakeholders;

Commit

Put people and community impact at the heart of everything we do, with particular attention to women and girls, and ensure the continuity of our actions.

Contacts

Our mission