Menstruation remains a taboo subject in many parts of the world. Stigma, misinformation, and limited access to education mean that countless people grow up without a clear understanding of their own bodies, or the information they need to make informed choices about menstrual health products.

WECF, together with European partners through the Erasmus+ MENSY project, has developed a range of educational resources aimed at breaking down these barriers. The materials bring menstrual health education into the open, fostering honest and stigma-free conversations.

Designed with young people in mind, the resources cover the basics of the menstrual cycle, introduce sustainable period product options, and encourage a more open, shame-free approach to talking about menstruation.

Watch the videos below:

This short animated video walks viewers through the phases of the menstrual cycle, using the changing seasons as a relatable metaphor to make the process easier to understand.

From menstrual cups to reusable pads and period underwear, there are more sustainable alternatives to single-use products than many people realize. This short animation offers an overview of some of the reusable options available today.

Despite being a natural part of life, menstruation is still surrounded by silence and stigma in many communities. This video explores how open conversation and accessible education can help shift that, building a culture where menstruation is treated with openness and without shame.

Your first period can feel like a lot to take in. This animation is here to help — giving young people a friendly, straightforward guide to what’s ahead and showing that talking about menstruation is nothing to be embarrassed about.

These videos were produced as part of MENSY, an Erasmus+ funded project bringing together organisations from across Europe with a shared commitment to improving menstrual health education and challenging the stigma that still surrounds it.