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PROCLAMATION
Menstrual Hygiene Day: May 28, 2023
WHEREAS, Menstrual Hygiene Day was established in 2014 as a global day of action
on period poverty and stigma; and
WHEREAS, Menstrual Hygiene Day is a day where citizens can come together to
recognize the effect of period poverty in our community and the impact of menstrual
inequities on those who experience a period while living in poverty; and
WHEREAS, the continued support at the local, regional, and national levels is helping
break the silence and build awareness about the fundamental role that good menstrual
hygiene management plays in the lives of people who menstruate.
WHEREAS, during this challenging time and every day, let us aim to be conscious of
the needs of others, promote open dialogue to help counter taboos surrounding periods,
learn new and creative ways to manage menstrual health issues, and promote equitable
access to hygiene needs and products.
WHERAS; the Mayor and City of Columbia Heights support organizations and
individuals committed to raising awareness about the needs of the community through
education and support, to ensure the health and well-being of our communities are
improved.
NOW, THEREFORE, -be it resolved that I. Amdda Marquez Simula, Mayor of Columbia
Heights, do hereby proclaim May 28, 2023, to be Menstrual Hygiene Day in the City of
Columbia Heights, County of Anoka, State of Minnesota, U.S.A.
A ada Marquez S ula, Mayor
May 22, 2023