MUSE – She is the future. Empower her

by | Digitorials, Print Articles, Spring 2024

Amongst the vibrant township communities of South Africa, young girls carry dreams as vast as the African sky, yet they find themselves held back by an unseen burden – the lack of access to basic resources. For these girls, attending school during menstruation is an insurmountable challenge, as they lack the sanitary products that many take for granted.

At Muse, we believe in the power of choice. We choose to be great – great at giving, great at living and great at being the compassionate role models these girls need. The young girls of South Africa are our Muse. They are the future and, together, we can empower them to reach their full potential.

Our mission is rooted in harmony – harmony within ourselves, with each other and with the Earth. We aim to create a lasting impact on young girls across South Africa by providing sustainable period products that last throughout their school careers, ensuring they are seen, heard and their dreams are nurtured. Through our work, we address period poverty while reducing the environmental impact of single-use plastics. Our efforts are a testament to the change that can happen when we unite our hearts and actions.

Our goal? To decrease the percentage of girls who miss school due to a lack of period products

We visit underprivileged communities and schools, offering:
– Reusable, sustainable period products.
– Training on conscious cycling and preventing unwanted pregnancies.
– Circles of sharing, Yoga, and self-love tools.

Beyond these direct impacts, there are profound indirect benefits:
– Reducing period waste helps heal our planet.
– Families gain financial relief.
– Empowered girls with new-found knowledge and self-respect.

Gandhi’s wisdom guides us: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” One small action can create a ripple effect of positive change. By supporting Muse and our partnership with Safepads – featuring anti-bacterial fabric that even cleans itself – you invest in sustainability and the wellbeing of our planet and its people.

The joy we witness – the laughter, the gratitude, the angelic voices singing to us – fuels our mission. You can’t buy that feeling, but you can sponsor a girl by purchasing a pack of reusable pads.

Support Muse. Be a part of the change. Invest in the future of our girls and our world. Changing the lives of not only families across our country but also greatly impacting our earth. Support organisations like Muse, who are dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

Let us be mindful of our beautiful earth, embracing the journey toward a planet in ease and abundance. Join the movement. Make a difference.

For more about our mission and to get involved, visit www.museorg.co.za
With love and gratitude, Team Muse

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