soumya

64% of women use unsafe menstrual absorbents

77% of women face restrictions during menstruation

20% of girls drop out of school after reaching puberty

HER IMPACT

Through her organization, Project Baala, Soumya’s mission is to make menstruation a non-issue in the country of India.

She raises awareness about healthy menstrual hygiene practices, leads educational workshops to debunk menstrual myths & taboos, and creates access to reusable sanitary napkins for tens of thousands in the country.