Meta Transaction, a leading financial broker allowing its customers to Trade Forex, Stocks, Commodities, Crypto and Indices, has partnered with the Aspire Beyond Girl Child Foundation to significantly impact young girls’ lives.
This collaboration aims to address the critical issues of menstrual health and reproductive rights among adolescents in Ghana.
On Wednesday 24th July, 2024, Meta Transaction and Aspire Beyond Girl Child Foundation organized a highly successful event that included distributing menstrual products and an awareness talk on reproductive health and rights.
The event, which took place at Bomso M/A JHS at Kumasi, was attended by 421 adolescents from the school.
Empowering Young Girls with Knowledge and Resources
Understanding the challenges faced by young girls during menstruation, Meta Transaction and Aspire Beyond Girl Child Foundation provided free menstrual products to attendees.
This initiative aims to ensure that no girl misses school or feels ashamed during her period due to a lack of sanitary products.Â
The event also featured an insightful talk on reproductive health and rights. Experts in the field educated the girls about their bodies, menstrual hygiene management, and the importance of understanding their reproductive rights.
This session aimed to empower the girls with knowledge, helping them make informed decisions about their health and well-being.
Tackling Stigma and Promoting Support
In addition to providing menstrual products and education, the collaboration focused on reducing the stigma associated with menstruation.
By creating an open and supportive environment, the initiative encouraged the girls to speak freely about their experiences and challenges.
This approach is crucial in fostering a community where menstruation is seen as a natural and normal part of life.
Meta Transaction’s Managing Director, Samuel Opoku-Mensah, emphasized the importance of this collaboration: “At Meta Transaction, we believe in the power of education and support to transform lives.
By partnering with Aspire Beyond Girl Child Foundation, we aim to break down the barriers that prevent young girls from achieving their full potential.
Together, we are committed to creating a brighter future for the next generation.”
Looking Ahead
The collaboration between Meta Transaction and Aspire Beyond Girl Child Foundation marks the beginning of a long-term commitment to adolescent health and education.
Both organizations plan to continue their efforts in various regions across Ghana, ensuring that more young girls benefit from these essential services.
Meta Transaction and Aspire Beyond Girl Child Foundation call on other organizations and individuals to join them in this noble cause.
By working together, we can create a supportive and inclusive environment where every girl has the opportunity to thrive.
For more information about this initiative and how you can support it, please contact Meta Transaction on 0244562720 or Aspire Beyond Girl Child Foundation on +233 54 752 4504