Join Annabelle and Emily Fox from Period Org. as they dive into the fight against period poverty. From social media’s role in shaping stigma to youth-led advocacy and racial disparities in menstrual health, this episode explores how education and open dialogue can create lasting menstrual equity for all.

In this episode, Annabelle sits down with Emily Fox from Period Org., a youth-powered nonprofit dedicated to ending period poverty through advocacy and education. Together, they unpack the findings of the 2025 State of the Period Report, shedding light on the ongoing barriers to menstrual equity from limited product access to deep-rooted stigma.

They explore how social media both empowers and complicates conversations around menstruation, why fathers and male figures must be included in these dialogues, and how youth activism is reshaping menstrual health policies. The discussion also highlights racial disparities and the urgent need for inclusive, comprehensive education that supports everyone who menstruates.

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