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Category: Period Dignity

21 May 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Providing a Washroom That Helps Ensure Period Dignity 

Written by Sian Walkling
A woman with a selection of menstrual products, including pads and tampons.
There’s something quietly revolutionary about a well-stocked, stigma-free washroom. It may not shout, but it speaks volumes. In offices, schools, and public spaces across the UK, the conversation around period dignity is finally starting to echo beyond the cubicle...
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Period Dignity, Washroom Services
18 December 2024

Cycle Proficiency: Why Period Education Matters More Than Ever

Written by Sian Walkling
Learn why period education is vital with Initial Washroom Hygiene UK's Cycle Proficiency campaign. Empowering women through awareness, resources, and dignity.
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Period Dignity, Vending Services, Washroom Services
08 August 2024

How to Dispose of Period Waste Correctly

Written by Nicole Horne
how to dispose of sanitary waste
Proper disposal of period waste isn’t merely a recommended practice; it’s essential for environmental and plumbing health. Yet, consumer research* conducted earlier this year on behalf of Initial Washroom Hygiene revealed that many people still think it’s appropriate to...
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Period Dignity, Washroom Services
29 July 2024

Case Study: Bringing Period Dignity to Grassroots Cricket Clubs

Written by Nicole Horne
Initial & ECB's case study on Bringing Period Dignity to Grassroots Cricket Clubs
Let’s talk about a groundbreaking initiative in recreational cricket that’s changing the game for women and girls. Initial and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have joined forces to tackle an often-overlooked issue in sports: period dignity. The...
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Period Dignity, Washroom Services
28 May 2024

Period Poverty – What is it and what can be done?

Written by Nicole Horne
Period Poverty - learn about what it is and what can be done to end it.
Understanding Period Poverty Period poverty is a pressing global issue affecting millions of women and girls who struggle to afford menstrual products. This lack of access to sanitary products, safe and hygienic spaces to use them, and the right...
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Period Dignity, Washroom Services
05 April 2024

Sanitary Waste Disposal: Does your company have to provide sanitary bins?

Written by Haylee Parker
Washroom hygiene: does your company have to provide sanitary bins?
Yes, your company must provide sanitary waste disposal as it is a legal requirement in the UK. This includes all women and gender neutral bathrooms, disabled bathrooms and public restrooms. Providing members of your staff and customers who menstruate...
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Cubicle hygiene, Period Dignity, Washroom Services
18 October 2023

Period Myths Versus Facts: Breaking Period Stigmas and Supporting Inclusivity

Written by Nicole Horne
Period myths vs facts
Despite being a normal bodily function, periods are often treated as something you should be embarrassed about. The stigma around periods can reduce the opportunity for those who menstruate to develop a healthy relationship with menstruation. Myths and Misconceptions...
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Period Dignity
19 July 2023

ECB and Initial Washroom Hygiene: Championing Period Dignity in Grassroots Cricket

Written by Nicole Horne
Initial and ECB's partnership promoting period dignity
We are thrilled to announce our partnership with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), as we work together to support period dignity in recreational cricket. This collaboration is a significant step towards making the game more accessible for...
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Period Dignity
26 May 2023

Period Dignity in Focus: Overcoming Challenges in Public Washrooms

Written by Nicole Horne
Promoting menstrual hygiene and period dignity
Menstrual Hygiene Day is celebrated worldwide on May 28. Increasing awareness about period dignity is important because millions of women and young girls are missing out on opportunities due to their period. 1 The theme of Menstrual Hygiene Day...
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Period Dignity
07 September 2022

Cramped toilet cubicles and the lack of access to period products is impeding ‘Washroom Dignity’ for many women

Written by Patrick Over
Washroom Dignity blog
At Initial Washroom Hygiene we believe that everyone has the right to a dignified experience when using a washroom, particularly when they are on their period. We are champions of Period Dignity, which is an issue across the world...
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