- Indraprastha College for Women launched a certificate course titled 'Empower Flow' on menstrual health and hygiene education, in collaboration with the UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia.
- The program focuses on menstrual hygiene management, gender sensitivity, and stigma reduction, aiming to improve health awareness and student well-being in higher education.
- The initiative promotes inclusive education practices, encouraging open dialogue and reproductive health awareness to build a more informed and supportive campus environment.
In a significant step toward advancing health education in higher education, the Indraprastha College for Women has launched a specialized certificate program aimed at improving awareness and understanding of menstrual health and hygiene education among students. The initiative reflects a growing recognition within academic institutions that health literacy and gender sensitivity are essential parts of holistic learning.
The new course, titled 'Empower Flow: A Certificate Course for Menstrual Health and Hygiene', has been developed in collaboration with the UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia. It is designed to reshape how menstrual health awareness is discussed and taught in universities, moving beyond traditional classroom approaches to include broader conversations around stigma, dignity, and social inclusion.
At its core, the program focuses on menstrual hygiene management, gender sensitivity education, and social awareness campaigns. Educators behind the initiative emphasize that menstruation-related stigma continues to affect students’ confidence, participation, and overall educational experience. By integrating structured learning modules, the course aims to address knowledge gaps while encouraging open dialogue on what has long been considered a taboo subject.
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The initiative was formally inaugurated with the presence of distinguished guests, including UNESCO representatives and academic leaders. Under the guidance of Principal Poonam Kumria, IPCW has positioned the program as more than just a health module, but as an effort to embed inclusive education practices within the academic environment.
Experts involved in the program highlight that limited access to accurate menstrual health information can directly impact students’ academic performance and attendance. By promoting student well-being education, the course aims to ensure that learners are better informed, more confident, and able to engage fully in their academic journeys.
The curriculum is also expected to encourage future educators and students to act as advocates for reproductive health awareness in their communities. With a strong emphasis on outreach and knowledge sharing, the initiative seeks to normalize conversations around menstrual health and contribute to a more inclusive and informed campus culture.
Through this program, IPCW and UNESCO are jointly advancing a broader vision of gender-inclusive education, where health awareness is recognized as a key pillar of student empowerment and academic success.
