The serene town of Keta Kedzi came alive as the Florence Mensah Foundation and Reflo Company Ltd., producers of Reflo’s Sanitary Pads, marked the final face of their transformative “Thousand Girls project” in Keta.
This initiative aimed to provide a year-long supply of sanitary pads to 1,000 girls in every community they visited, including underserved areas like Nima and Ashaiman.
The culmination of the project was a cultural celebration at Keta Kedzi, where parents and community members gathered to witness the girls perform captivating Ewe dances and recite heartfelt poetry, lauding Reflo’s impact.
This unique initiative not only addressed a critical need but also empowered young girls to embrace their womanhood without stigma.
The CEO of Reflo Company Ltd., Rebecca Osam, shared the inspiration behind the project, stating that,
“It broke my heart to learn that girls used rags and newspapers during their periods due to the high cost of quality pads. This project ensures these girls have access to good sanitary products for an entire year, enabling them to focus on their education and dreams.”
She emphasized the importance of menstrual health education and creating equal opportunities for girls.
“These girls deserve to feel confident and celebrated, not stigmatized. By providing pads, we are giving them an equal footing to excel academically and socially,” she stated.
Osam also expressed her excitement about government plans to support similar initiatives nationwide and pledged her company’s commitment to partner in expanding the impact.
Togbi Joachim Acolatse V, Dufia of Kedzi, praised Reflo for their unwavering dedication, saying that,“You’ve shown that this is not just business but a mission to change lives. Reflo is now a household name in Keta Kedzi, and we will always remember your kindness.”
Beneficiaries and their families also expressed profound gratitude. Felicia Azadze, a student, shared her relief: “Pads are expensive, and we couldn’t afford them. Reflo has been there for us for a whole year. We are so thankful.”
In a heartwarming gesture, the parents, mostly fishers, prepared fresh fried fish as a token of appreciation.
“We wish we could do more, but our gods will surely reward you,” their leader said emotionally.
The Thousand Girls project is more than a donation. It is a lifeline for many girls, enabling them to stay in school and focus on their aspirations.
Reflo’s commitment to creating lasting change and empowering the girl child has made an indelible mark in communities including Keta Kedzi, setting a benchmark for corporate social responsibility in Ghana.
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