Shattering the Shame

In the remote hills of western Nepal, girls are often isolated to cattle sheds or small huts each month during their periods, as part of a cultural practice called chhaupadi. Not only do they face embarrassment over their menstruation, but their lives are endangered by extreme weather, poisonous snakes, and attacks by wild animals. Days for Girls is changing this narrative from one of shame to celebration, with a group of Nepali girls and women leading the charge. Want to support our "Shattering the Shame" project? Visit To learn more about turning perio… Video by YouTube channel.