Health & Fitness
Jersey City's The Flow Initiative Collaborates with Planned Parenthood
The Flow Initiative and PPNCSNJ launch new survey to address period poverty and understand the challenges faced by residents in New Jersey
To combat the growing crisis of period poverty in New Jersey, The Flow Initiative, in collaboration with Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central, and Southern New Jersey (PPNCSNJ), launched a new survey aimed at gaining deeper insights into the menstrual health needs and challenges faced by residents across the state.
This survey marks a critical step in understanding the barriers that women, girls, trans men, nonbinary folks, and menstruating people encounter in managing their menstrual cycles. With the rising costs of essential products and limited access to education and resources, period poverty has become a significant public health issue, affecting thousands of individuals in New Jersey alone.
“Period poverty is not just about the lack of menstrual products; it’s about the broader implications on health, education, and dignity,” said Eiko La Boria, CEO and Founder of The Flow Initiative. “By gathering detailed data through this survey, we aim to illuminate the real challenges people face every day and use that information to drive meaningful change.”
The data collected from the survey will be instrumental in guiding future initiatives, advocacy efforts, and policy recommendations. This will help ensure that every person who menstruates in New Jersey has access to the products, education, and support they need.
Find out what's happening in Jersey Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
A spokesperson for PPNCSNJ highlighted the importance of the collaboration: “Understanding the specific needs of our community is key to providing effective support. This survey is an essential tool in our mission to ensure that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has access to essential menstrual health care, no matter what.”
The Flow Initiative and PPNCSNJ are calling on New Jersey residents to participate in the survey and contribute to the fight against period poverty. The survey results will be made public, with the aim of fostering a more inclusive and equitable approach to menstrual health in the state.
For more information about the survey and how to participate, please visit The Flow Initiative’s website or Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central, and Southern New Jersey’s website.
