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Art, Culture Fight Menstrual Stigma in Odisha
28 May
Summary
- Event focused on breaking stigma around menstruation through art and culture.
- Discussions highlighted that menstruation is linked to dignity, not just hygiene.
- Artists and storytellers urged to normalize conversations on menstrual health.
An event titled "Creative Voices for Menstrual Rights & Dignity" was held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, bringing together artists, musicians, actors, and storytellers. Organizers, including UNICEF Odisha and Aaina, aimed to discuss how art, culture, and public engagement can break the stigma surrounding menstruation.
Speakers highlighted that menstruation is intrinsically linked to dignity, confidence, equality, education, and inclusion. They stressed the need for emotional and human conversations, facilitated by creative professionals like filmmakers and writers, to change societal mindsets and encourage open dialogues.
The Mayor of Bhubaneswar, Sulochana Das, underscored the importance of normalizing discussions in homes and schools, emphasizing that menstrual health is a matter of dignity and equal rights for all. Participants also called for the involvement of men and boys in these conversations to foster a more inclusive and 'period-friendly' society.
