As part of efforts aimed at displaying solidarity and compassion, the Blossom Flow Foundation recently provided essential sanitary products and support to over three hundred female inmates, including girls, women, nursing mothers, and pregnant women.
Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the foundation, Joan Faluyi and her devoted volunteers and partners embarked on the mission recently.
With the support of partners such as, Multimodal Transport Technologies Limited, Offshore Dimensions, and change-makers like Ofi Valentina Amiebi-Uchegbu, the foundation also provided baby diapers, milk and napkins.
The initiative, offered not only physical relief but also emotional support, as evidenced by the heartfelt interactions between the volunteers and the inmates.
Inmates shared their previous struggles with makeshift sanitary solutions, which led to infections and significant discomfort.
According to an inmate, “the difference is night and day. Before, I felt degraded every time I had to resort to using rags, toilet roll or fabric to manage my period.”
Faluyi, moved by the resilience and spirit of the inmates, reiterated the foundation’s commitment to expanding their outreach, encapsulated in their motto: “Be Her Peace.”
The efforts of the foundation volunteers were pivotal in the success of the visit. The team include: Jumoke Oyedun, Nnenna Maduabum, Comfort James and Edirin Essiet.
Others are: Derin Oyedun,, Elizabeth Daniel, Jethro Olatunji,, Glory Effiong, and Folake Onipede.
Their dedication to addressing the challenges faced by these women was evident in every interaction, bringing smiles and a sense of hope to many faces within the prison.
As the day concluded with songs and dances, the echoes of joy and gratitude filled the facility, leaving a lasting impression of hope and resilience.
The Blossomflow Foundation continues to advocate for menstrual health and dignity for all women, aiming to shed light on and solve issues of period poverty in even the most challenging environments.
An official at the facility, Esther Taiwo praised the team for their efforts, which have significantly contributed to building a sense of community and solidarity among the inmates.
