Wings of Hope — Keeping Girls In School. Period.

I was shocked to learn the truth about periods and school dropouts.

Dear friends & family,

It broke my heart to learn that something as natural as menstruation is the reason 23 million girls drop out of school every year in India.

23milliongirls leave school every year — not for lack of talent or drive, but because of a period.

They don’t drop out because they lack talent or drive. They drop out because they don’t have access to pads, don’t understand what’s happening to their bodies, and are surrounded by shame, silence, and stigma.

This isn’t just heartbreaking — it’s unacceptable. That’s why I joined the Wings of Hope campaign. We’re working to ensure that no girl misses school or loses her confidence just because of her period.

What Wings of Hope provides

🌿Reusable cotton padsLast for years, reducing waste and pressure on our planet.

📚Menstrual & mental-health educationKnowledge that replaces fear and shame with confidence.

🤝Support systemsHelping girls manage their periods with dignity.

It’s not just about hygiene — it’s about freedom, education, health, and equality.

₹1,500supports one girl for one year — giving her the pads, the knowledge, and the confidence to stay in school and pursue her dreams.

I’m raising resources for girls without privileges, or any support system, because I believe no girl should be held back by her body.

Will you join me in giving her the wings to rise? Donate. Share. Spread the Wings of Hope. Together, let’s end period shame — one girl at a time.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Sabjit Dhillon with Shai C.

Moments from the ground

Girls proudly holding reusable cloth pads — Free reusable pads for schoolgirls — so they do not drop out and grow up proud, prepared and unstoppable.

Reusable cloth pad pouches — Reusable cloth pads that protect her future — saving her education and the planet she will inherit.

A counselling session — Counselling sessions to restore her confidence, calm her fears, and strengthen her voice.

Where your ₹1,500 goes

Every rupee is accounted for — per girl, per year.

Biodegradable reusable cotton pads*₹1,280

Awareness · counselling · workshops₹180

Distribution & logistics₹25

Admin₹15

Total per girl, per year₹1,500

* Reusable pads (up to 20) to support menstrual hygiene for a minimum of one year.

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