NIDAKE
NIDAKE: Reusable Sanitary Pad is an innovative and impactful initiative by Life Helpers Initiative (LHI), designed to address the pressing need for affordable menstrual hygiene solutions for young girls and women. The name NIDAKE, which means "Me & You" in the Hausa language, symbolizes a shared commitment to dignity, empowerment, and sustainability for women everywhere.
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Why NIDAKE: Reusable Sanitary pad?

In many communities, the high cost of disposable sanitary pads leaves countless women and girls without safe and hygienic options during their menstrual cycles. NIDAKE: Reusable Sanitary Pad provides a sustainable, long-lasting, and eco-friendly alternative that promotes health, confidence, and environmental responsibility and its built on 5 core pillars.

  • Affordable & Accessible: Designed to be cost-effective, ensuring no woman or girl is left behind.
  • Sustainable & Reusable: Crafted from durable, high-quality materials that are washable and reusable, significantly reducing menstrual waste.
  • Safe & Comfortable: Soft, skin-friendly fabrics provide maximum comfort and reliable protection.
  • Eco-Friendly: Reduces environmental pollution caused by disposable menstrual products contributing to a cleaner, greener planet.
  • Economic Empowerment: Provides an income-generating platform for women and girls involved in the making and distribution.

NIDAKE: Reusable Sanitary Pad is more than a product—it’s a mission-driven, not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to improving menstrual health for vulnerable women and girls. This initiative was born out of compassion for those who struggle to afford basic menstrual hygiene products. Every pad sold or distributed directly supports menstrual health education, promotes menstrual equity, and helps break stigmas surrounding periods.

Impact Highlights
Since its launch in 2022, NIDAKE: Reusable Sanitary Pad has:

  • Empowered over 30,000 women and girls across the Northern part of Nigeria.
  • Reduced disposable menstrual waste in communities, promoting environmental sustainability.
  • Partnered with international organizations to enhance reach and impact.

By choosing NIDAKE, you become part of a transformative movement that fosters dignity, equity, and sustainability.

Our Partners

NIDAKE has changed my life. I no longer miss school because of my period, and I feel confident every day
Aisha, 16Sokoto
Knowing I have a safe and reusable pad gives me peace of mind during my cycle
Fatima, 28Zamfara
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I clean a NIDAKE pad?

NIDAKE pads are easy to wash. Simply soak in cold water, handwash with mild soap, rinse thoroughly, and air dry.

With proper care, each pad can last up to 3 years, offering a sustainable and affordable solution.

Yes! NIDAKE pads are made from soft, hypoallergenic materials to ensure comfort and safety.

Join the NIDAKE Movement

By choosing NIDAKE: Reusable Sanitary Pad, you are: Supporting menstrual equity for women and girls. Promoting environmental sustainability by reducing menstrual waste. Empowering vulnerable women and girls to live their lives without interruptions or limitations. Discover how you can support and purchase NIDAKE today
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Our Vision: For me, For you and For every woman
Together, we can create a world where every woman has access to safe, affordable, and sustainable menstrual products. Let’s make menstrual hygiene accessible for all—because no woman should face her period with fear or shame.
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