Breaking Barriers: Universities Uniting for Period Equity

The Event

Join Grace & Green for a collaborative event where universities from across the country come together to tackle period poverty. With keynote speakers from University of Nottingham and University College Birmingham, this gathering is an opportunity for institutions to share their successes, challenges, and innovative strategies in promoting menstrual equity on campus and beyond.

Grace & Green are excited to welcome Professor Chris Denning, professor of Stem Cell Biology and Founder of Project Period, the largest-scale free period scheme at a university in England with products available in every campus bathroom. Chris will share the journey of this groundbreaking initiative, discussing how Project Period was developed, the strategies used to gain support from key university stakeholders, and the positive impact it has had on promoting menstrual equity and improving student well-being.

They’re also joined by Ashlea Mallett, Head of Sustainability at University College Birmingham, and a wonderful advocate for menstrual health. Ashlea will highlight the importance of sustainability in period product choices on campus, share methods for educating students on eco-friendly options, and provide insights on how institutions can integrate sustainable solutions into their programs.

Whether you’re looking to launch a program, improve existing efforts, or connect with like-minded advocates, this event is your platform to exchange ideas, ask questions, and drive meaningful change. Together, we can break down the barriers to period dignity.