Padmad

Yesterday at Chebulbul School, we witnessed what is possible when a shared vision is matched with collective action.

From the old classrooms and pit latrines to new learning spaces, improved sanitation facilities, and a computer lab, the transformation is a powerful reminder that meaningful change begins when people choose to come together around a common purpose.

This journey was made possible through the contributions of the Eliud Kipchoge Foundation, YPO, Leather Working Group through Alpha Rama (Athi River), Eka Hotel Nairobi, Ken-Knit Kenya, and many others who chose to invest in the future of these students.

The story of Chebulbul is bigger than renovated buildings. It is about what happens when foundations, businesses, community leaders, and local communities work together. Not for recognition. Not for ownership. But for impact.

In a world that often celebrates individual success, Chebulbul stands as a reminder that lasting progress is built through partnership. The future we want will not be created by one person or one organization. It will be created by people willing to listen, collaborate, and build together.

No human is limited. 💜🌱

As the Kenya Menstrual Economy Conference 2026 comes to a close, one conversation continues to stand out:

What happens after a menstrual product is used?

Today, delegates explored Kenya's growing menstrual waste challenge and the urgent need for sustainable solutions.

Billions of single-use menstrual pads are discarded globally each year. Many contain high levels of plastic and often end up in pit latrines, open dumps, burn sites, or landfills, creating long-term environmental and sanitation challenges.

What makes menstrual waste particularly complex is that it sits at the intersection of health, sanitation, solid waste management, gender, and social stigma. Too often, it remains invisible in conversations about both menstrual health and environmental sustainability.

At Padmad, this reinforces why innovation in reusable and sustainable menstrual products matters. Menstrual dignity and environmental responsibility must go hand in hand.

The conference concluded with the KMEC 2026 Declaration, a collective commitment to move beyond conversation and into action.

Stakeholders committed to:
• Strengthening collaboration across government, development partners, academia, industry, and civil society
• Establishing accountability and implementation frameworks
• Tracking progress through regular reviews and reporting
• Ensuring menstrual health remains a national development priority

The discussions may have ended, but the work is only beginning.

Together, we can build a menstrual economy that supports women and girls while protecting the planet for future generations.