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Essity Global Initiatives: Advancing Hygiene, Health & Inclusion



07/29/2025


Essity in Action: Global Highlights from July
Each month, Essity shares inspiring stories from around the globe that demonstrate how we contribute to better health and hygiene, positively impacting lives and communities. Through our products, services, and solutions, we support the well-being of one billion people across 150 countries every day.

This July, we're spotlighting efforts related to menstrual health, breaking stigmas, and celebrating community through summer festivals.
 
Menstrual Health: A Matter of Well-Being and Workplace Impact
In Mexico, a new report reveals that 95% of businesses overlook menstrual health in the workplace, contributing to reduced productivity. In partnership with Dalia Empower and Plenna, Essity released “Menstruation and Work Productivity: The Taboo Impacting Business Outcome.” The report highlights that 45% of women have missed work due to menstrual discomfort. This initiative aims to raise awareness and encourage inclusive practices that support women’s health and enhance professional performance.

In Australia and New Zealand, Essity’s Libra Period Positivity Program, launched in 2019, focuses on removing barriers around menstruation by offering free period care products in schools and workplaces. By tackling stigma and improving access, the program is boosting attendance, morale, and well-being across the region.

In Peru, Essity teamed up with the Regional Directorate of Education in Lima to train more than 100 educators from San Juan de Lurigancho and El Agustino in addressing menstruation in classroom settings. This initiative is designed to bridge menstrual health education gaps, foster inclusive learning environments, and improve student retention. Essity also joined the Social Pact for Education, aligning with 150 other organizations committed to student wellness in Peru.
 
Improving Care and Tackling Taboos
In the UK, healthcare professionals warn that poor incontinence care is exacerbating the NHS’s ongoing bed-blocking crisis. Essity research indicates that 29% of medical staff believe enhanced incontinence care could help free up hospital beds more quickly. Following an 18-month campaign, the NHS plans to revise procurement guidelines to prioritize patient outcomes over cost. Essity has shown that investing in high-quality incontinence products can reduce long-term expenses while enhancing dignity and care quality.

In France, Essity launched the #lymphosanstabou campaign to increase awareness about lymphedema—an often overlooked and misdiagnosed chronic condition. This initiative offers a voice to patients, healthcare providers, and advocacy groups, aiming to dismantle stigma and promote better understanding and treatment of the condition.
 
Summer Celebrations with a Hygienic Twist
In The Netherlands, research by Libresse (an Essity brand) revealed that half of Dutch women+ feel uneasy attending festivals during their period, with 20% skipping events due to inadequate facilities. To combat this, Essity introduced a special restroom experience at Pinkpop, a major festival with 150,000 attendees. This space offered clean toilets, free period products, and educational content about menstrual hygiene, including a unique “vulva seat” that sparked open discussions.

Meanwhile, in the United States, Essity is deepening community ties in Fox Cities, Wisconsin, by sponsoring local events throughout summer and fall. As the Official Hygiene Sponsor of the Mile of Music Festival in Appleton, and through support of events like the Fox Cities Marathon, Menasha Harvest Festival, and Neenah Shop & Stroll, Essity is promoting public health and community well-being. Over 300 employees and their families are actively participating in these initiatives, underscoring Essity’s commitment to the communities where its team members live and work.