Menstrual Hygiene Day, 28 May 2026
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Observed annually since 2014 and coordinated by WASH United, with support from organizations including the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF), MH Day aims to raise awareness of the challenges many women and girls face in managing menstruation safely and with dignity. The annual campaign encourages action to address stigma, improve access to menstrual products and information, and strengthen water, sanitation and hygiene services.
Menstrual Hygiene Day (MH Day) will be observed globally on 28 May 2026 under the theme “#PeriodFriendlyWorld”, bringing together governments, United Nations agencies, civil society organizations, researchers and communities to promote menstrual health and hygiene (MHH).
Observed annually since 2014 and coordinated by WASH United, with support from organizations including the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF), MH Day aims to raise awareness of the challenges many women and girls face in managing menstruation safely and with dignity. The annual campaign encourages action to address stigma, improve access to menstrual products and information, and strengthen water, sanitation and hygiene services.
Activities planned for 2026 include awareness campaigns, educational events and social media initiatives. A draft “Shared Agenda for Action on MHH” will be released for public feedback on MH Day, bringing together stakeholders from across sectors to strengthen political commitment and investment.
People can participate by organizing local events, sharing information online using #MHDay2026 and #PeriodFriendlyWorld, and supporting efforts to improve menstrual health education and services worldwide.
Get more information on Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026 www.menstrualhygieneday.org.
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