VISION:

Menstruators of all identities live with dignity throughout their life cycle, free from stigma, discrimination and structural oppressions

MISSION:

1. Foster critical dialogue and collective action to deconstruct patriarchy through research, education, policy advocacy and networking / intersectional collaborations

2. Dismantle system barriers and social norms that perpetuate menstrual inequality and exclusion

3. Promote access to human rights, justice and critical resources/essential services to enable dignified menstruation

4. Build Global Solidarity and collective power to advance dignity centered menstrual movements

• DIALOGUE for deconstructing the power and patriarchy at levels through research, education, policy, advocacy, and networking.
• DISMANTLE institutional, structural, inter- & intra-personal, and social oppressive systems in place affecting menstruation.
• DEVELOP the ability to access basic inalienable human rights, and critical resources to lead happy, and healthy lives, and obtain menstrual dignity.
• Ignite DISCOURSE to unite global organizations and individuals to lead dignity-centered menstrual movements globally.

CORE VALUES: 

1. Feminist and Decolonial Justice

We challenge patriarchy, colonization, casteism, racism and all other systems of oppression that stigmatize menstruation. We believe dignified menstruation is political and that dismantling structural violence is essential for dignity

2. Human Rights and Reproductive Justice

We uphold dignified menstruation as a fundamental human right and promote reproductive justice through a focus on autonomy, equity, and access.

3. Non-Discrimination and Social Inclusion

We embrace the diversity of menstruators across gender, caste, class, age, and ability, and commit to inclusive practices that center the most marginalized.

4. Survivor-Centered and Life Cycle Approach

We address menstruation as a life-cycle issue, starting from childhood through old age, understanding its intersections with trauma, violence, and justice.

5. Collective Power and Global Solidarity

We believe change is rooted in collective organizing, South-South alliances, and cross-border movement-building. We work in solidarity with feminist, climate, disability, and Indigenous justice movements across the world.

6. Accountability and Transparency

We are accountable to the communities we serve and the principles we uphold. We strive for transparency in our actions, partnerships, and resource use—upholding ethical and feminist leadership.

7. Learning and Adaptation

We commit to continuous learning, critical reflection, and adapting to the changing political, cultural, and ecological realities. We welcome critique, uphold humility, and strive to evolve as a living movement.

FEMINIST PRINCIPLES:

1. Menstruators (Women, Girls, and Non-Binary Individuals) at the Center in All Their Diversity
Menstruators are active agents of change, playing a vital role in building their capacity to claim rights, participate in decision-making spaces, and transform their lives and communities. This is achieved through the application of the Miteri approach—founded on mutual love and respect beyond blood relations and kinship.

2. Shifting from Hygiene to Dignity: Promoting Dignified Menstruation
A human rights-based lens must be applied to understand the lived experiences of menstruators, including gender-based violence. This perspective helps craft context-specific strategies that acknowledge the gravity and scale of menstrual discrimination. It encourages a critical rethinking of power dynamics and patriarchal systems that impact menstruators throughout their life cycle.

3. Transforming Menstrual Norms
Discriminatory perceptions and practices around menstruation shape not only menstrual norms but also broader socio-economic and political norms. Addressing these norms is essential to tackling the root causes of inequality. This involves transforming harmful menstrual norms, challenging unequal power relations, and confronting patriarchy to promote justice and equity.

Global South Coalition for Dignified Menstruation (GSCDM)

Strategic Plan 2026–2029