As a company that is gender-inclusive (and proudly so), we sometimes have TERFs seeking out our content, simply to reply ‘only women menstruate’.
Let’s talk about this.
Menstruation seems to be a particular point of contention for TERFs, who suggest that saying 'people who menstruate' degrades their identity as a cis-woman.
As someone entrenched in the menstrual equity movement, I still have my qualms with this phrase. I regularly see-saw between whether a new audience can infer what it means on the spot, or whether it comes across as technical jargon that distracts from the point at hand.
Yet still, without a conclusion to this question, we are here to explore what is menstrual equity and how can I use it in a sentence...
Since we get asked this quite a lot, it seemed like the time to get it into a post!Here are some of the best ways to support us if you're interested, but obviously we welcome support in whatever way it comes 🤗
Admittedly, the term ‘menstrual equity’ can seem a bit confusing. What on earth is that? Does that mean everyone’s periods are in sync? But what about ending period poverty?Â
Menstrual equity is having equal access to period products, ways to manage menstruation, as well as education around reproductive health.
Here are 5 easy actions you can do to help achieve menstrual equity:Â
