The Office of the Vice President, in partnership with the British High Commission, UNFPA, the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, and other development partners, organized a documentary screening in honor of World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025.
The purpose of the gathering was to draw attention to the social and cultural obstacles that keep females from handling their periods with respect.
“Barred by Blood: The Cultural Chains Holding Back Girls in Kyekyewere” is a documentary that reveals the cultural misconceptions and discriminatory behaviors that still impact girls’ education, independence, and self-worth, especially in rural areas.
The screening, which took place in Accra, brought together government representatives, civil society organizations, development partners, traditional and religious leaders, and members of the media.
It established a forum for open communication and a revitalized dedication to eradicating period poverty and discrimination connected to menstruation.
Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, underlined the government’s commitment to promoting menstrual health and cleanliness and characterized the documentary as a call to action.
She emphasized that no girl should be denied chances or an education because of her menstruation.
“Together for a Period-Friendly Ghana,” this year’s theme, represents the emerging national consensus that menstruation health has to be promoted via community participation, legislative change, and education.
The Minister praised the Office of the Vice President for supporting the project and recognized the efforts of the Ministry of Health and Education, development partners, and the brave girls and communities that were the subject of the documentary.
“This documentary sheds light on stories that have too often remained in the shadows. It speaks to the lived experiences of our daughters, sisters, and future leaders,” she noted, urging participants to “watch, reflect, and most importantly, act.”
In order to guarantee that every girl can handle her menstruation in a safe, clean, and dignified manner, stakeholders were urged to turn knowledge into effective action as the documentary continues to inspire debates around the country.
Source: newsthemegh.com