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Men roll up their sleeves for the sake of girls and women facing period shame

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Menstruation is part of almost every girl's experience once she hits puberty. However, in Nairobi's informal settlements of Mukuru and Mathari, myths and misconceptions continue to negatively affect the self-esteem of many girls during their monthly cycle.

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