Menstruation Mindfulness

The aims and objectives of a Binti education is to empower young girls  and women who have very little knowledge about their periods whilst teaching the boys about puberty too. Binti is determined to create a relationship of trust with the community and encourage a flow of communication through its bespoke menstruation mindfulness educational programme which is designed for all communities.

Health, Biology and Spirituality

The programmes centre around creating a safe environment of open discussion in health education, from a biological perspective covering aspects of puberty and menstrual health for the whole community from both genders in order to increase social support and to inhibit gender inequity and exclusion. We feel it is important to include some spiritual references around menstruation and to take into consideration their values, as they have been lost in translation through generations creating strong belief systems through cultures, which have led to fear and stigma around a very natural process. 

Training Mentors

Binti mentors are trained to deliver its educational programmes based on Binti's bespoke menstruation mindfulness techniques and methods. Training is provided to locals directly involved with projects on the ground to become mentors to girls within their own communities. We don’t think teachers can teach children about periods until they have eradicated their own shame. We also train volunteers who wish to impact people either on their travels or with the communities that they work. Our training is suitable for all teaching staff.