Author(s): Sarita Patel and Vidya Kumari

Abstract:
Menstrual health equity among adolescent girls is a critical issue that encompasses access to menstrual products, education, and healthcare. This study focuses on the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) about menstruation among adolescent girls of Champawat district and the awareness about government programmes related to Menstrual Hygiene in the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India. A descriptive study was conducted involving 80 adolescent girls aged 13-21. Participants were selected through purposive sampling, and data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire. The analysis used central tendency and simple percentage methods to summarize findings. The findings highlight the urgent need for comprehensive menstrual health education, destigmatization initiatives, and improved access to hygienic products. Addressing these issues is essential to empower girls, promote menstrual health equity, and foster a supportive environment where they can manage menstruation with dignity and confidence. The study underscores the importance of community engagement and culturally sensitive interventions to improve adolescent menstrual health outcomes.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/23957476.2025.v11.i2f.1890