How accessible is menstrual health? Periods for All discusses disability, stigma, inclusive education, and how better design can support everyone.

In this episode of The M Talk, Annabelle sits down with Holly Johnston and Carly Pistorca from Periods for All to explore why menstrual health must be accessible and inclusive for everyone. The conversation unveils the stigma that society does not want to address: the unique challenges people with disabilities face during menstruation, including barriers in education, communication, and accessible facilities.

Together, they unpack how the widespread taboo surrounding menstruation is amplified for disabled communities, and why preparing young people for their first period through inclusive education is essential. Holly and Carly also explain the curb cut effect, demonstrating how designing menstrual products, resources, and spaces with accessibility in mind benefits everyone.

Annabelle, Carly and Holly bring you deep into finding how inclusive menstrual health can empower individuals and transform the future of period education.

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