Sharing the dignity: helping with period poverty

In this inspiring episode of The Glitter Effect, host Kate sits down with Rochelle Courtenay, founder of Share the Dignity, a groundbreaking Australian charity tackling period poverty. Rochelle shares the powerful story behind the movement’s creation — sparked in 2015 when she read an article about homeless women using makeshift items like socks and newspaper during their periods. Outraged and moved to act, Rochelle began collecting sanitary products through her personal training clients, ultimately launching a grassroots initiative that grew into a national force. From wearing a sanitary pad dress to raise awareness to lobbying parliament, Rochelle has fearlessly confronted the stigma around menstruation. This episode dives into her journey, the challenges she faced, and the massive impact her work has had on restoring dignity to women and girls across Australia. Rochelle’s story is a testament to the power of compassion, community, and action. Share the dignity: https://www.sharethedignity.org.au