Period Poverty: Breaking Barriers to Menstrual Health
Period poverty in Birmingham, Alabama affects thousands of women and girls in our community, limiting their ability to participate fully in education, work, and daily activities. At Mercy Deliverance Ministries, we’re committed to breaking these barriers and ensuring menstrual dignity for all women facing period poverty in Birmingham.
4 Facts About Period Poverty
- 1 in 4 women struggle to afford period products
- 1 in 5 girls in the U.S. have missed school due to lack of period products
- Menstrual products are not covered by SNAP or WIC benefits
- Period poverty can lead to serious health risks when improper alternatives are used
Our Commitment to Ending Period Poverty
At MDM, we provide free menstrual hygiene products to women and girls experiencing period poverty through our Mobile Health Initiative. We believe that no one should have to choose between buying food and managing their period with dignity. Our period poverty program delivers essential feminine hygiene products directly to communities most in need, ensuring access regardless of financial circumstances.
The Impact of Period Poverty
- Educational disruption: Missing school due to lack of period products
- Economic consequences: Inability to work during menstruation
- Health risks: Using improper alternatives or extending use of products
- Dignity and mental health: Stress, anxiety, and embarrassment
Your support can make a real difference in providing essential menstrual products to women experiencing period poverty. Purchase items directly from our Amazon Wish List and help us combat period poverty in our community.
Mercy Deliverance Ministries – Where the Love of God makes the difference
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Many women in our community lack access to essential menstrual products. Help us change that.
Help us break the stigma around menstruation. By sharing this page, you can also raise awareness about the real barriers to menstrual health—and be part of the solution.
Ways You Can Help
💛 Become a Monthly Giver
Make a lasting difference by joining our community of monthly givers. Your consistent support helps us plan ahead and respond quickly to urgent needs—whether it's supplying dental kits, menstrual products, or fresh food.
🙌 Volunteer With Us
From packing food, hygiene kits, and helping with Mobile Grocery Bus events, there’s a place for you on the MDM volunteer team. Whether once a month or once a week, your time has an impact.
📦 Donate to Our Wish List
You can help meet urgent needs directly by donating items to our Amazon Wish List. From period products to toothpaste, your contribution goes straight into the hands of those who need it most in our community.
Learn More & Get Involved
Internal Links
Learn about our Mobile Health Initiative
Discover our Dental Hygiene Program
Visit our main Services page
Volunteer with Us
External Resources
National Diaper Bank Network
Alliance for Period Supplies
Period Equity Organization