The access to period products initiative aims to provide free period products to young people in schools and kura across New Zealand during 2021.

Periods are a fact of life for half the population. Despite this, young people don’t always have access to the products they need to feel comfortable at school, engage in their learning, and manage what should be a normal and healthy part of life.

Poor access to period products can affect students’ attendance and engagement at school. Students also miss out on sporting and cultural activities and can feel embarrassed and ashamed about not being supported to manage their periods. This affects their achievement and wellbeing.

This nationwide government-funded initiative allows UHC to provide each menstruating student with up to two packs of period products (pads and/or tampons) each month free of charge.

These are available from the School Office at any time. Please just pop in and ask one of the lovely Office Ladies.