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Sustainable
Menstruation Matters

Our Approach

Safe & Sustainable Choices

We enable women and girls to make informed choices that are safe for them and sustainable for the planet. We believe in choice, because menstrual health is not one-size-fits-all. Our approach is built on three pillars.

Eco-friendly compostable menstrual pad choices pioneered by Aakar Social Ventures
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Bucket of Choices

Access to multiple safe and sustainable menstrual products, ensuring women can choose what works best for them.

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Informed Choice

Information on the merits and demerits of each product, along with awareness for confident decision-making.

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Freedom of Choice

Enabling women to choose what works best for their body, life, and context, without compromise.

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Dignified & Responsible Waste Management

Building systems that make menstrual waste management safe, dignified, and environmentally responsible. Through compost pits, Red Dot practices, and community-led solutions, menstrual waste is managed sustainably while protecting the health, safety, and dignity of sanitation workers and communities.

Sanitation workers collaboration program conducted by Aakar Social Ventures
OUR FOOTPRINT

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Plastic Waste Prevented

Eliminating single-use plastics through sustainable pad alternatives.

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CO₂ Emissions Reduced

The equivalent of taking thousands of cars off the road for a year.

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Wellness Guide

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Hello! I am Sakhi, your private guide for menstrual health and wellness. 🌸

Ask me anything about periods, managing cramps, products, or local myths. You can ask in English, Hindi, or Marathi!