Scholastic Materials & Reusable Pads Support

Scholastic Materials And Reusable Pads Support

The Scholastic Materials and Reusable Pads Support Programme is an education and child-wellbeing initiative of the Jonard Development Foundation (JDF). The programme works with primary schools in Western Uganda to improve access to basic learning materials and strengthen menstrual health support for schoolgirls.

Through coordinated school visits and community partnerships, JDF provides essential scholastic materials to vulnerable pupils and distributes reusable sanitary pads to girls who need safe, practical and sustainable menstrual hygiene support. Each intervention is accompanied by age-appropriate guidance on personal hygiene, proper use and care of reusable pads, confidence and help-seeking.

The programme reduces preventable barriers that affect classroom participation, learner confidence and continuity in education. It also supports schools and families to create safer, more inclusive and more supportive learning environments for children.

Key Focus Areas

Scholastic Materials Reusable Sanitary Pads Menstrual Health and Hygiene Education

JDF provides learning materials according to the identified needs of participating schools and pupils.

Exercise books and notebooks
Pens, pencils, erasers and sharpeners
Rulers, mathematical sets and basic geometry tools
School bags and other essential learning supplies where available

Shared classroom or reading materials where agreed with the school

Girls receive reusable sanitary pads selected for practicality, comfort, durability and ease of care within the local school and household context.

Discreet and respectful distribution
Guidance on correct use, washing, drying and storage
Information on replacement and safe disposal when materials reach the end of use

Referral to a trusted female teacher or health professional when a learner needs additional support

Distribution is supported by age-appropriate education that reduces misinformation and builds confidence.