Why should tampons and pads be free?

Offering free and accessible period products can help people who menstruate save upwards of $5,000 in their lifetimes, reduces stress on women’s shelters, and reduces waste — especially if the products provided are eco-friendly!

Can you get free period pads?

Period products are now free in Scotland for anyone who needs them. Under The Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Act 2021 local authorities and education providers must have free period products available to anyone who needs to use them.

Are tampons free anywhere?

The legislation would make Scotland the first country in the world to make products like pads and tampons freely available. Scotland is now a big step closer to becoming the first country in the world to make tampons and pads free to anyone who needs them.

What country has free pads and tampons?

Scotland
Scotland is setting an amazing example for the world. Scotland just became a much friendlier place to women. In late November, Scottish authorities passed The Period Products Bill, which makes period products, including tampons and pads, free to anyone who needs them.

Why do tampons cost so much?

Even though tampons and other period products are an essential need for women, consumers still have to pay a sales tax on them in 35 states. The average sales tax in the US is 5\%, so a $7 box of tampons will cost about 35 cents in taxes.

How do homeless woman cope with periods?

Last year, we read a study about how homeless women dealt with their menses. Women spoke of limited daytime shelter bathroom access and no access to feminine products; they resolved this problem inadequately by using toilet paper as makeshift cloth pads.

Do schools provide tampons?

(CNN) California public schools will be required to provide free menstrual products to students under a new law signed Friday by Gov. The measure calls for public schools serving students in grades 6-12 to stock bathrooms with an adequate supply of tampons or pads.

How can I get free pads and tampons?

Alliance for Period Supplies This organization (sponsored by U by Kotex), helps collect and distribute period supplies to those in need by partnering with over 75 programs nationwide. Anyone who needs period products can text 211 or visit 211.org to find a location giving out free tampons and pads.

How is Scotland paying for free tampons?

At present tampons, pads and some reusable products are funded in schools, colleges and universities in Scotland. The Scottish government provided £5.2m funding to support this, with £0.5m being awarded to the charity FareShare to deliver free period products to low-income households.

How can poverty stop a period?

Help us in stopping period poverty today. You can support this worthy cause in 4 ways:

1. Donate financially to support ship/transport supplies to point of need. Donate Here.
2. Send menstrual supplies via AmazonSmile. AmazonSmile.
3. Join our awareness campaigns.
4. Write to your legislature to end tampon tax.

How much does a period cost in a lifetime?

Assuming you buy one every three years, you’re spending just $10 on period products each year — the cup will run you around $30 — which is pretty good. However, it’ll add up over time: A lifetime of Diva Cups costs about $360 total, not including the cost of shipping, taxes, or waddling.