Menstrual Discrimination: Constructs Inequality from Kitchen to Parliament

Dignified Menstruation: How Menstrual Discrimination Constructs Inequality from Kitchen to ParliamentSession DescriptionMenstrual discrimination is a systemic human rights and gender equality issue that shapes unequal power relations from the household to public institutions. This interactive session will examine how stigma, restrictions, and exclusion limit the rights, participation, and leadership of menstruators. Through dialogue and shared experiences, participants will explore Dignified Menstruation as a rights-based framework to challenge discrimination and advance dignity, equality, and social justice.ObjectivesExamine menstrual discrimination as a driver of inequality.Promote Dignified Menstruation as a human rights and social justice issue.Exchange experiences and identify collective actions for advocacy and policy change.FormatInteractive dialogue, panel discussion, and audience engagement.Expected OutcomeStrengthened understanding, cross-movement collaboration, and practical strategies to advance Dignified Menstruation through advocacy, policy, and collective action.