Julia (Minjung) Kim
| Julia (Minjung) Kim |
Julia (Minjung) Kim
Joan Gluch
Division of Community Oral Health, Preventive & Restorative Sciences, University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
Description
The mission of No More Secrets is to "decrease uterine care and menstrual health disparities in underserved communities through the eradication of societal stigmas and propagation of resources and scientifically based information". The organization is committed to providing a realistic and relational approach to comprehensive wellness.
Project Overview
Our goals for the project at No More Secrets were: - To address period poverty through a harm-reduction model, providing menstrual and personal hygiene products directly to menstruators. - To empower and decrease risk in vulnerable populations, promote honest discussions about periods. - To provide education and solutions for people experiencing period poverty.
Outcome
Team members anticipate a lasting impact, particularly through work involving data collection and analysis.