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MENSTRUAL HYGIENE (SANITARY PAD VENDING MACHINE)

ASHLEY SHAKYNA, AVA JESLINA BINTI MOHD JAMIL, ABIGAIL SIEW KAR YAN, MS. RAJA RAZANA BT RAJA RAZALI

AFFILIATION
Faculty of Applied Communication, Multimedia University

Description of Invention

A sanitary pad vending machine promotes health and gender equality, aligning with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality). By ensuring easy access to menstrual hygiene products, it reduces health risks, promotes school attendance, and combats period poverty. Installing these machines at Multimedia University supports a safe, inclusive environment where female students can manage menstruation with dignity. Advocating this as a policy ensures long-term commitment to student well-being and equality. It's a step toward breaking stigma, empowering women, and normalizing menstrual health in academic institutions—making education more accessible and equitable for all.