What's happening
This resolution urges Governor Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025, as Menstrual Hygiene Day in New York to promote awareness and education.
Why it matters
Highlights the ongoing stigma and shame. that many menstruating individuals face, emphasizing the need for public education to normalize menstruation as a natural bodily function, which can help foster a healthier, more open conversation in schools, workplaces, and communities.
Draws attention to menstrual equity and human rights. , noting that lack of access to menstrual hygiene products can disrupt education and daily life—especially for students—underscoring that this is not just a health issue but also one of dignity, opportunity, and equality.
Aligns New York with a global movement. , showing the state’s commitment to international health and gender equity efforts, which may influence future policy decisions and resource allocation for menstrual health initiatives.
Supports broader inclusion. by specifically referencing not only women and girls but also all menstruating individuals, acknowledging and validating the experiences of transgender and non-binary people within the context of public health advocacy.
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Declare Menstrual Hygiene Day
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Sponsors
22 Multi-sponsors
- Didi Barrett
- Keith Brown
- Marianne Buttenschon
- Patrick J. Carroll
- Brian Cunningham
- Michael J. Fitzpatrick
- Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas
- Judy Griffin
- Alicia Hyndman
- Paula Kay
- Micah Lasher
- Dana Levenberg
- Jen Lunsford
- Donna Lupardo
- Brian Maher
- Karen McMahon
- Angelo Santabarbara
- Nader Sayegh
- Tommy Schiavoni
- Rebecca Seawright
- MaryJane Shimsky
- Jo Anne Simon
History
- Adopted
- Referred to calendar
Full text
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Assembly Resolution No. 601 BY: M. of A. Rosenthal Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim
May 28, 2025, as Menstrual Hygiene Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, Menstrual Hygiene Day is a global initiative that aims to bring together individuals from different cultures and professions to promote Menstrual Hygiene Management; and WHEREAS,… Show allHide
May 28, 2025, as Menstrual Hygiene Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, Menstrual Hygiene Day is a global initiative that aims to bring together individuals from different cultures and professions to promote Menstrual Hygiene Management; and WHEREAS, Menstrual Hygiene Day educates individuals around the world about the challenges that women, girls, and all menstruating individuals face as a result of this biological function; this day puts a spotlight on solutions to address these challenges and spread awareness of this international health movement; and WHEREAS, The date of May 28 was chosen because of its symbolic meaning; May, the 5th month of the year, represents the average five days each month in a menstrual cycle and the 28 represents the length of the average menstrual cycle; and WHEREAS, This movement was initiated in 2014 by WASH United, a Germany-based organization; since the beginning of the annual Menstrual Hygiene Day, the organization has forged an alliance of 910 partners, and in 2022 the largest Menstrual Hygiene Day reached a record-breaking
million people worldwide and inspired 225,000 social media
contributions; and
WHEREAS, The spirit of Menstrual Hygiene Day encompasses breaking
the silence, shame and stigma that surrounds menstruation; women, girls
and all menstruating individuals have been taught to be ashamed or
embarrassed of their periods rather than being educated on this natural
bodily function; and
WHEREAS, Menstrual Hygiene Day also addresses the lack of access to
menstrual hygiene products as an issue of human rights and dignity; many
menstruating individuals around the world lack adequate and reliable
access to menstrual hygiene products; and
WHEREAS, Far too many students have their access to education
interrupted because they do not have access to these essential products
and frequently must miss school; and
WHEREAS, Menstrual Hygiene Day focuses on the theme "Together for a
PeriodFriendlyWorld" which represents a world where everyone has access
to products, education, and infrastructure related to menstruation
without the stigma or taboo that surrounds it; and
WHEREAS, Menstrual Hygiene Day spreads awareness of the fundamental
role that good menstrual hygiene management plays in helping women,
girls and menstruating individuals reach their full potential in all
aspects of their lives; and
WHEREAS, The citizens of the State of New York stand firmly
committed to promoting good menstrual hygiene management as a catalyst
for the success and health of our women, girls and all menstruating
individuals; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 28, 2025 as Menstrual
Hygiene Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance
of the Annual International Menstrual Hygiene Day; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Kathy Hochul, Governor of the State of New
York.
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