IDEA
Feminine menstrual products are environmentally wasteful. Changing the products that are used every month is a simple and easy way to limit waste. For example, in 2018, 5.8 billion tampons were purchased in the U.S. Many tampons that are flushed down the toilet can end up in the oceans, and although the plastic applicator on the tampon is recyclable it is not accepted at recycling plants because of sanitary reasons. From plastic wrapping being apart of packaging, to plastic adhesive or plastic wings on pads, many parts of the pads and tampons are composed of plastic. One solution is the menstrual cup or a reusable pad, there are also menstruation underwear. One could also use organic tampons and natural pads which are also better for the body doesn’t have harmful chemicals during farming which is also better for wildlife.
PLAN
Activist post on my Facebook page about the environmental waste of feminine products like pads and tampons. The first image will be a “Did You know?”. It will explain the amount of environmental waste used from feminism products as well as facts about where used products end up, that they are not recyclable, how many are purchased every year, etc. The second image will be a 3 or 5-way plan/infographic on how everyone can easily implement environmental-friendly practices during menstruation with URL’s included on where to find products and links to sources and where to buy more ecofriendly options.
The goal is to help people switch to more environmentally conscious feminine products. I think the plan would be effective because for those who may not know about the harmful effects of these products can learn quickly about it on Facebook with links. Some of the options are easy to implement such as just switching to organic/plastic free pads and tampons which are widely available now at large box stores like Target and for those who would like to really make a big difference can switch to the diva cup for example.