Reusable Sanitary Pads and Liquid Soap Production
Reusable Sanitary Pads & Liquid Soap Production
Many women and girls in Nakivale lack reliable access to sanitary pads. As a result, girls often miss several days of school each month, leading to lost learning, reduced confidence, and increased dropout rates. This ongoing shortage creates a significant barrier to their education and future opportunities.
This project establishes local production of reusable sanitary pads and liquid soap, reducing dependence on external suppliers. By producing both locally, the community can maintain and replenish its own supply, rather than relying on donations that may not be available when most needed.
Women and girls receive training in sewing and pad production, skills they can use beyond the initial project. As a certified I-UPSHIFT mentor through the International Labour Organization, Jonas also provides entrepreneurship and practical skills training to support long-term income generation, making this project a lasting source of opportunity.
The project begins with a focused first phase, providing a sewing machine, essential materials, and space for training, packaging, and distribution to produce the initial batch of pads. Subsequent phases will add a liquid soap production line and equipment for record keeping and administration, building toward a self-sustaining local supply of both pads and soap.
About the local leader
Jonas Ekombo is a dedicated leader at Here4Her, a refugee school and skills development center serving youth ages 5 to 15 in Nakivale and reaching approximately 6,000 women and girls each year. His work delivers consistent, impactful learning opportunities that shape both individual futures and the broader community.
In addition to his education initiatives, Jonas leads an animal husbandry program that equips community members with practical skills for sustainable livelihoods. This reflects his ongoing commitment to durable, self-sufficient solutions across all his projects.
NBG is proud to partner with Jonas to advance education and opportunity for refugee youth in Nakivale and to support the practical, community-driven solutions he has dedicated his career to developing.
