Periods Are Power: Empowerment Through Art and Local Giving
Periods Are Power is a community-led campaign by Dwona Initiative that used art, sport, and local giving to challenge menstrual stigma and advance menstrual justice. Held from 25 November to 10 December 2025, in alignment with the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the campaign reframed menstruation from a private burden into a public conversation about dignity, education, and gender equality.
Through an art exhibition and fundraiser, Dwona mobilized female artists, athletes, and advocates to turn silence into story and shame into pride, reminding communities that periods should never interrupt a girl’s education or limit her confidence. The campaign also demonstrated the strength of local philanthropy, raising approximately $2,245 in cash donations and $5,890 in pledges, showing what is possible when communities collectively invest in solutions they believe in.
Beyond fundraising, the campaign opened doors for collaboration and long-term impact. During the exhibition launch, Dwona Initiative and CivLegacy Foundation, as Co-Leads for GivingTuesday Uganda, formalized a partnership with Rotary Uganda, strengthening a shared commitment to local giving and sustainable development.
This story highlights how creativity and collective action can shift culture and create real change: a future where girls menstruate with dignity, stay in school confidently, and pursue their dreams without barriers.