Following International Women’s Day, we are proud to highlight the incredible work of Miss Crook and the 'Her Own Way' extra-curricular club. This week, our pupils are leading assemblies to share their mission: ending period poverty and ensuring menstrual dignity for every pupil.

Since meeting every Monday after school, the group has been working on a campaign to support our school community:

1. Education & Emotional Wellbeing

The club has developed specific Personal Development (PD) sessions. To explore the emotional wellbeing tied to the menstrual cycle and educate pupils on the social impact of period poverty and how we can collectively combat it.

2. Dignity Through Direct Access

To remove the "barrier of the ask," period products are now being made readily available in girls' toilets. This ensures that no student has to feel embarrassed or lose lesson time by having to request supplies from a member of staff.

3. Clear Information & Myth Busting

Knowledge is the best way to tackle stigma. The club is installing informative posters in toilets that cover:

• Identifying the different stages of the menstrual cycle.

• Clear guides on how to use various sanitary products.

• Vital period hygiene tips and "myth-busting" to clear up common misconceptions.

4. The 'Holiday Gap' Support

Period poverty doesn't take a break for the school holidays. The club is launching School Holiday Packs, which include a supply of products and educational guides to ensure pupils stay supported and comfortable while at home.

Our Mission: To ensure that menstruation is never a barrier to education, confidence, or attendance.

Pupils at Co-op Academy Walkden brought our community together this Festive Period with a spectacular production of Frozen Jr The Musical. 

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Take a look at this weeks Being Walkden newsletter below.

Take a look at this weeks Being Walkden Newsletter below