In many parts of Burma, the topic of reproductive health is still considered taboo. Although this topic is covered in some school curriculums, students are only taught basic information on the reproductive system. To fill this gap and promote reproductive health as a human right, HFA has run reproductive health and rights (RHR) workshops in remote communities in Myanmar.

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RHR workshops are held for both male and female participants, targeting adolescents and young adults. However, workshops are open to anyone in the community interested in learning about their body. During workshops, participants learn about puberty, the male and female reproductive systems, pregnancy, the menstrual cycle, and sexually transmitted diseases.

 

Workshops for female participants also covers the topics of menstrual hygiene as well as the use and maintenance of reusable sanitary pad kits donated by Days for Girls Australia. At the end of a workshop, each female participant who has not yet entered menopause, receives one of these kits to take home. Three months after a workshop, a follow-up session is held with female participants to collect feedback on the reusable sanitary pad kits.