Padseva

At PadSeva, we are dedicated to eradicating period poverty and promoting menstrual hygiene in rural communities across southern India. Founded with a mission to provide access to affordable, biodegradable sanitary pads, we strive to empower individuals by addressing the critical yet often overlooked issue of menstrual health. Our innovative bamboo-made pads, created through our personal project initiative, have reached thousands of women and girls, ensuring they can manage their periods with dignity.

Since our inception, we have distributed over 7,500 pads, reaching more than 9,000 individuals while raising awareness and driving conversations around menstruation. With education and community engagement at the heart of our efforts, PadSeva not only provides essential resources but also promotes understanding and advocacy for gender equality. Join us in our journey to create a world where menstrual health is a right, not a privilege.

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Padseva

Our mission is grounded in the belief that menstrual hygiene is not merely a health issue but a matter of dignity and equality. We are committed to promoting education, accessibility and starting a conversation in this critical area, thereby uplifting underserved populations and fostering a more equitable society.

Anwitha Srivatsa

Founder of PadSeva

Anwitha is currently a DP2 student studying at Chirec International School. With her Higher Levels in Global Politics, English, and Economics, she aspires to pursue a career in journalism and law. She founded PadSeva in 2023 to address inequality and ensure equitable access to essential resources for all. Passionate about breaking down societal stigma surrounding menstruation, she's using social media, fundraising, podcasts, and newsletters to initiate conversations and bring about change.

When she's not working on PadSeva, you'll find her practicing Bharatanatyam, yelling in Indian committees at MUNs, or watching Tangled for the 100th time with her younger sister. She hopes PadSeva will serve as a meaningful step toward fostering conversation and alleviating menstrual health disparities.

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1. Breaking the Silence – PadSeva's Mission for Menstrual Health and Equity

In this inaugural episode, Anwitha and Aanya, the founder and secretary of PadSeva, recount the initiative's origin and mission to address menstrual health challenges in India. Through a poignant personal narrative, Anwitha reflects on the societal silence surrounding menstruation and its profound impact on young girls like herself, who often face this natural process with little knowledge or support. The discussion highlights the alarming realities: only 57% of women in India use sanitary products, while others resort to unsafe alternatives such as ash, leaves, and newspapers. The environmental and health consequences of commercial sanitary pads are equally concerning, with 90% of a pad composed of plastic, taking up to 800 years to decompose and contributing to serious health risks for users. PadSeva seeks to address these predicaments through a holistic approach. By producing biodegradable pads, raising awareness, and engaging communities, the initiative has distributed over 8,000 pads, reached 9,300 individuals, and raised $6,500. Beyond providing resources, PadSeva is committed to challenging societal taboos and fostering open conversations about menstrual health. Support the mission. Subscribe to the podcast, visit PadSeva’s website, and follow its journey on social media to help create sustainable and inclusive solutions for menstrual health.

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