Calling creative writers to share their stories on menstrual health and hygiene.
This Menstrual Hygiene Day, UNICEF Bangladesh and MHM Platform Bangladesh invite everyone to share real stories of supporting someone through menstruation and helping create a more period-friendly world.
Periods are not just a health issue. They are also connected to dignity, empathy, confidence, and inclusion. A small act of support from a parent, sibling, teacher, friend, colleague, or community member can make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. We want to hear stories that inspire compassion, challenge stigma, and encourage positive change around menstrual health and hygiene.
Send your stories to:
📩 unicefcompetition@gmail.com
Submission deadline:
📅 31 May 2026
What kind of stories you can share?
You may write about:
1. Supporting your sister, daughter, friend, partner, or student during a difficult time
2. Creating a safer and more comfortable environment for girls and women at home, school, university, or workplace
3. Speaking up against shame, fear, myths, or misconceptions around periods
4. Any real-life experience that promoted empathy, awareness, or positive change related to menstruation
Who can participate?
Anyone is welcome to participate, including adolescents, young people, women, parents, teachers, professionals, caregivers, and individuals who want to share a personal story or experience related to periods and support.
Competition guidelines
Story length: 200 to 250 words
Language: Bangla or English
Stories must be original and based on real experiences
Participants may submit more than one story
Award and recognition
Selected stories will receive special prizes and recognition. Some stories may also be featured on awareness platforms and communication materials related to Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026.
