DfG Pad Kit
Days for Girls

Solution Overview & Benefits
The Days for Girls (DfG) Pad Kit is a washable, reusable menstrual health solution developed to last up to three years. The kit contains high-quality, comfortable, and discreet pads and liners, designed to be easy to wash, quick to dry, and usable without electricity or running water. By offering a sustainable alternative to disposable pads, the DfG Pad Kit reduces waste, lowers costs for users, and ensures continuous menstrual health management in underserved communities.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Lasts up to 3 years with proper care.
- Washable and quick-drying, suitable for low-resource settings.
- Discreet, colorful fabric design to reduce stigma.
- Includes waterproof shield and absorbent liners for comfort and leak protection.
- Helps girls stay in school and women remain active during menstruation.
- Environmentally friendly, reducing single-use plastic waste.
History & Development
Days for Girls International was founded in 2008 to address menstrual health inequities and the challenges faced by girls and women lacking access to menstrual products. The DfG Pad Kit design was refined through years of feedback from users in over 145 countries to ensure durability, cultural appropriateness, and comfort. The organization trains local enterprises to produce and distribute kits, empowering communities and promoting menstrual health education.
Availability
- Availability: worldwide
- Price: Varies by region; often provided free of charge through donations and partner programs. Retail cost typically USD $10–$15 per kit for NGOs and bulk orders.
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Specifications
- Pad Material: 100% cotton flannel (soft, absorbent, washable).
- Shield Material: Polyurethane laminate (PUL) for waterproofing.
- Lifespan: 2–3 years.
- Care Requirements: Hand-wash with soap and water, air-dry in sunlight.
- Kit Contents:
- 2 washable shields
- 8 absorbent liners
- Transport/storage bag
- Washcloth
- Underwear
- Care & usage instructions (pictorial, language-appropriate)
Additional Information
- Distributed alongside menstrual health education programs.
- Available in standard and customizable kits depending on regional needs.
- Has reached millions of girls and women in over 145 countries.
- Recognized by the UN and NGOs as a best practice in sustainable menstrual health solutions.
- DfG Kit, Shield, and Liner Protected by U.S. Patent Nos. 9,877,878 and 10,842,684
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