In December 2024, the Vestal Egbukole Foundation (VEF) commemorated the 7th memorial of the late Ugoeze (Lady) Vestal C. Egbukole with a significant outreach dedicated to supporting adolescent girls in the Owerri zone. Over a focused 5-day period (December 9th to 13th), the Foundation successfully reached 7,000 schoolgirls across 10 secondary schools, delivering essential menstrual health supplies and vital education. What We Provided:

Each of the 7,000 beneficiaries received a comprehensive menstrual hygiene pack designed to ensure health and dignity:

Health Education & Engagement

The outreach team, expertly supported by qualified doctors and nurses, conducted interactive and practical sessions to equip the girls with crucial knowledge and confidence:

• Menstrual Hygiene & Reproductive Health: Core principles of staying healthy.
• Proper Use & Care: Detailed guidance on washing and maintaining reusable pads.
• Safe Disposal: Instructions for the hygienic and safe disposal of disposable pads.

These engaging sessions were strategically designed to empower young girls with the practical skills needed to manage their menstrual health with dignity.—–✨ Impact & Commitment

By successfully reaching 7,000 girls, the “Caring for the Girl Child Initiative" is actively contributing to:

• Removing Barriers to Education
• Reducing Period Poverty
• Promoting Long-Term Wellbeing

This initiative powerfully reflects the Vestal Egbukole Foundation’s deep commitment to empowering girls, strengthening communities, and honoring the enduring legacy of Lady Vestal C. Egbukole.