Sport NZ has released a new report evaluating the impact of free period products in 48 community sport clubs across Aotearoa. Funded by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment through the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Leverage and Legacy Programme, this initiative aimed to remove barriers for female players and create more inclusive club environments.

The evaluation found that providing free period products:

• increased player confidence and participation
• reduced stigma around menstruation in sport
• helped clubs foster open conversations about female health
• created a more inclusive environment for women and girls

Coaches, administrators, and parents all play a crucial role in supporting female health. By normalising menstruation and ensuring access to necessary products, we can help keep more women and girls in the game for longer.

Read the full report or explore more female health resources on Sport NZ’s Flow on Effect site.

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