In the first workshop, they focused on empowering young girls through essential hygiene and menstrual health education. For the younger girls, they emphasized the importance of personal cleanliness. Dr. Vandana Duggal led an informative session for the older girls on the menstrual cycle. She explained its significance, answered all questions, and debunked common myths. They also demonstrated how to use and clean cotton reusable pads, providing each girl with two pairs of underwear and two pads.
In the Mental Health workshop, they tailored sessions to meet the specific needs of different age groups, providing support for these girls who have experienced past traumatic events. For the younger girls, they focused on self-love and practical daily exercises to build self-esteem and resilience. The older students tackled anxiety and stress management through breathing exercises and mindfulness activities.
A Women Empowerment Workshop took place where the girls had the opportunity to explore their worth and aspirations. They wrote a letter to their future selves outlining their capabilities and goals. It was a beautiful moment of self-discovery and empowerment as they envisioned the bright futures they are capable of creating.
In addition to the workshops, TUFF Kids held a two-day free medical camp, treating over 500 patients and providing essential health services. They offered free medication to individuals from various counties across Kenya. The camp featured an eye clinic, a pharmacy, and four doctors’ consultation areas, addressing a wide range of health needs.
Through their fundraising efforts, the team purchased and distributed period underwear and regular underwear. Period underwear offers a permanent, sustainable, and sanitary solution compared to disposable tampons and pads. To enhance students’ learning opportunities, they equipped the classrooms with math table posters, math sets, flashcards, calculators, rulers, and protractors. They provided balls, frisbees, and jump ropes to encourage physical health and well-being. They supplied art materials such as sketching paper, pencils, coloring pencils, markers, paint, and paintbrushes. Furthermore, they purchased medication so individuals may receive the necessary treatment.
They had the honor of meeting with Kenya’s Minister of Education, Ezekiel Machogu, to discuss the impact of TUFF Kids initiatives. Minister Machogu expressed admiration for their commitment to holistic education and the well-being of the children. The highlight of their meeting was receiving a formal letter of endorsement from the Minister. In his letter, he praised the contributions to the educational and personal growth of students in Kenya, acknowledging the significant impact of their work. With the Ministry of Education’s support, they strive to continue expanding their impact across Kenya.
