Brands Celebrating Women on International Women's Day and Continuously Afterward
In the realm of social responsibility, several companies are making a significant difference in the lives of women across the globe. Here's a roundup of some of the most impactful period product companies and their initiatives.
Cora, founded by Molly Hayward, has been a beacon of hope since its inception. With over 12 million tampons and pads donated, Cora has helped nearly 1.5 million girls in the United States, Kenya, and India. In 2020, the company ensured that 75% of its U.S. donations went to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities.
The Honey Pot Co., a black-owned and women-led menstrual care company, was founded by Beatrice Dixon to address her personal struggle with bacterial vaginosis. The company's CAKE partnership with Days for Girls helps provide menstrual care and education across the globe. In addition, 2% of The Honey Pot's sales go directly to charitable organizations that provide access, connection, kindness, and education to people with vaginas. Proceeds from their 'We're All Pink On The Inside' keychain also support Days For Girls.
Saalt, another notable company, donates 2% of its sales to women and girls lacking access to education and period products. In 2021, the company donated 14,000 Saalt Cups and 800 Saalt Wear period underwear across 23 countries, helping girls in Nepal and Togo attend more school who would normally miss days because of their periods.
Third Love, the largest donor of undergarments in the United States, offers a wide range of bra sizes. The company works with Texaid to upcycle returned products that can't be saved or resold, and offers a 15% discount to military, veterans, medical professionals, first responders, and teachers.
Kegg, a femtech company, fights against women's health censorship by providing accurate and accessible information about reproductive health. Founder Kristina Cahojova claims that women's health products are unfairly censored on platforms like TikTok and Meta, while men's health products are not. Kegg's petition against social media censorship of women's health content has signatures from over 80 women's health founders, including The Honey Pot and Cora. Kegg also supports organizations and charities like Women on Web and Planned Parenthood in collaboration with the campaign launch against censorship of content related to women's health.
Jecca Blac, a company focused on makeup for all, offers tutorials for makeup beginners and regularly donates to causes that support trans women.
These companies are not just businesses; they are forces for change, working tirelessly to break down barriers and empower women worldwide. Their commitment to social responsibility and women's health is truly commendable.
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