Breaking the Silence: Ending Menstrual Stigma in Zimbabwe and Zambia

Promotional banner for Catalyst Foundation's S.H.E. Programme on ending menstrual stigma in Zimbabwe and Zambia, showing a young person in a classroom leearning to make cloth pads.

In rural and marginalized communities across Zimbabwe and Zambia, menstrual stigmas are often amplified by cultural norms, lack of resources, and limited access to information, creating an unseen burden that holds back potential. This silence often leads to shame, misinformation, and psychological distress, affecting girls’ attendance at school and women’s productivity in the workplace.

Game Changers: Empowering Girls Through Sports in Zimbabwe and Zambia

Several young girls are competing in a race across a grassy field under a bright sky. Spectators watch from behind a barrier in the background. The banner in the foreground advertises the S.H.E. Programme's "Game Changers" initiative for girls' sports in Zimbabwe and Zambia.

For too long, girls in many parts of the world, including rural Zimbabwe and Zambia, have been sidelined when it comes to sports. Cultural norms, limited resources, and societal expectations often create barriers that prevent girls from participating in athletic activities. But the tide is turning. As Catalyst Foundation, we are proud to be stepping up to champion the cause of girls’ sports, recognising the profound impact it can have on their lives and their communities.

You are minutes away from transforming a girl’s life!

Imagine a girl, uncertain of her next meal, with a future clouded by hunger and a lack of education. Your generosity can change that.

By supporting Catalyst Foundation, you will provide more than just food hampers and clothing. You will empower a girl to dream beyond survival.  School textbooks and unwavering encouragement will light her path to a brighter tomorrow.

Visit our Impact Stories to witness firsthand how our impact has changed the lives of our beneficiaries to date, thanks to passionate donors like YOU!

With heartfelt gratitude from all of us at Catalyst Foundation, THANK YOU!

Become a Monthly Donor and be the reason why a girl is safely in school.

  • For £11 a month, you can equip a girl with the essential stationery supplies she needs to thrive in her studies for a year.
  • For £15 a month, you can provide a girl with brand new school uniforms and shoes for an entire year, giving her the confidence she deserves.
  • For £20 a month, you can provide a girl with a monthly food hamper for a year, ensuring she receives the adequate nutrition she needs to thrive.
  • For £32 a month, you can keep a girl in school for a year by covering her tuition fees.
  • For £47 a month, you can provide two girls with bicycles, transforming their daily commute to school into a safer and quicker journey.


Empower your giving by choosing a custom donation amount. This flexibility enables you to tailor your support, blending various contributions listed above to create a unique impact. By donating in this way, you will allow Catalyst Foundation to address the specific needs of its beneficiaries with precision, responding to their preferences and urgent requirements.