Thank you
Wāhine in Gaza are experiencing some of the most extreme realities when it comes to managing menstruation. We have heard reports of Palestinian women reusing tent cloth, widespread infections, and the stress and anxiety that periods have caused, on top of the already extremely stressful circumstances.
We partnered with Oxfam to deliver innovative solutions that would last for 4+ years, as it's extremely difficult for aid to enter into Gaza. Thanks to the support of Elrha and the Humanitarian Innovation Fund, as well as 900 kiwis, Oxfam & Reemi have been able to to help 7,132 wāhine in Gaza & Lebanon!
Since distribution we have received external evaluations that most women reported resource barriers to menstrual hygiene, including supply shortages and inadequate sanitation and disposal facilities. Social barriers were also widespread, particularly lack of privacy (77%) and fear of being seen managing products (74%). Uptake of the reusable underwear was high (99%), with 59% using it as their main absorbent. The product helped address shortages (87%), disposal challenges (70%), and supported daily activities (88%).
We have distributed:
5,000 Reemi MHM kits were distributed to wāhine in Northern Gaza between early Jan and February 2025
An additional 2,100 MHM kits were distributed in Southern Lebanon in March 2025
What’s in the Reemi MHM Kits?
4 pairs of Reemi Period Underwear
1 x MHM Washing Bag
1 x MHM Drying Bag
Soap, washing powder, lice shampoo, 1 pack of disposable pads and other hygiene items
What are we doing now?
We have another 1,800 MHM kits awaiting delivery.
Updated 21/01/2026
'My Period Has Become a Nightmare'
Periods twice a month, no pads, 1 toilet per 486 people, regular irritation - these are some of the realities on the ground in Gaza
