Introduction

Menstruation is a natural and normal part of life for millions of menstruators around the world, yet it is a source of shame and stigma for far too many. Discriminatory social norms, harassment, cultural taboos and lack of education and access to resources make it difficult for menstruators to manage their menstrual health and hygiene with dignity, safety and comfort. Menstrual health interventions can be an entry point for other gender-transformative programmes during this period, like sexual and reproductive health education and life skills development.

The training is aimed to equip participants with actionable strategies and technical skills to design, implement, and scale menstrual health and hygiene (MHH) interventions that are inclusive, sustainable, and gender-transformative. The course positions MHH not just as a health issue, but as a strategic entry point for broader development goals, including SRHR, education, and empowerment.

Course objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Analyze structural and sociocultural barriers to menstrual health and hygiene
• Apply multi-sectoral approaches to MHH programming
• Design inclusive, context-appropriate MHH interventions
• Integrate MHH components into existing programmes (WASH, SRHR, education, youth)

Course content

• Introduction to MHM: Overview of menstrual health, rights-based approach, and global perspectives
• Breaking the Silence: Tackling stigma through storytelling, myth-busting, and inclusive dialogue
• Menstrual Hygiene and Health: Best practices for safe management, health education, and access to services
• Menstrual Products and Materials: Use and Disposal: Comparative overview of products, disposal methods, and eco-friendly innovations
• Designing MHM Interventions: developing context-responsive programs, community engagement strategies, and sustainability planning

Language of instruction

English

Target group

Programme staff of UN, NGO and government agencies including project managers, officers and assistants.

Training methodology

The training method of delivery will consist of Interactive activities and reflection prompts; Case studies from diverse cultural settings; Video explainers, illustrations, project assignments and peer sharing forums.

Training cost

The training cost is US$ 350 and it covers the tuition fees, certification and learning materials.

Below are the payment options for your training fees:

Bank Transfer Western Union Money Transfer WorldRemit Internet Money Transfer

Application process

Applicants should complete the Course Application Form and proceed to pay the training fees.

Training dates

The next scheduled training date is 25th to 27th August 2025.

We also provide a self-paced learning option of the course.

Tailor-made training option

We can provide your organization a tailor-made training with similar content but addressing your specific capacity needs. In case you want to explore this option, you can contact us to share with you a proposal for that training. For more information on this option send an email to training@iphdcinternational.org.