A total of 423 young girls have been sensitized on hygiene and intimate care during a campaign organized on October 25-26, 2026, at the Modern College Soro Tchépé in Ponvogo, Côte d'Ivoire. The campaign was initiated by the Tchépé Foundation and targeted girls from Ponvogo, surrounding villages, and Korhogo. The girls were educated on good hygiene practices, intimate care, and precautions to take daily to preserve their health.

The campaign also focused on menstrual hygiene, enabling the girls to better understand their bodies and navigate this stage of development with serenity. The girls received sanitary pads and various accessories at the end of the sessions. According to Coulibaly Yélé Tchépé, representative of the Tchépé Foundation, the 423 young girls received hygiene kits covering a three-month period. The foundation aims to promote the dignity, well-being, and educational success of young girls.

The Tchépé Foundation's representative explained that the organization wants to contribute to the well-being and academic success of young girls. The foundation plans to strengthen its actions to prevent school pregnancies and develop activities dedicated to education, self-confidence, leadership, and personal development. In the long term, the foundation also plans to launch awareness campaigns on the prevention of female cancers, particularly cervical and breast cancer.

This campaign is part of the Tchépé Foundation's ongoing efforts in favor of the educational community in Ponvogo. On October 19, 2026, the foundation distributed 1,500 school kits, 200 hygiene kits, 50 bicycles, pedagogical supplies, and various equipment to improve learning conditions. The foundation aims to improve school conditions and protect young girls through awareness, access to hygiene products, and educational support.

The Tchépé Foundation's initiatives focus on promoting the dignity and well-being of young girls. The organization believes that education is a priority and encourages young girls to believe in their potential. The foundation also calls on parents, educators, and community actors to strengthen their solidarity to favor the fulfillment and success of children.

The campaign in Ponvogo is part of a broader effort to promote the health and well-being of young girls in Côte d'Ivoire. The Tchépé Foundation's actions aim to address the specific needs of young girls and provide them with the necessary tools to succeed in school and in life. By focusing on hygiene, education, and personal development, the foundation hopes to make a positive impact on the lives of young girls.

The Tchépé Foundation's efforts in Ponvogo demonstrate its commitment to promoting the well-being and educational success of young girls in Côte d'Ivoire. Through its various initiatives, the foundation aims to create a supportive environment that enables young girls to thrive and reach their full potential. By investing in the education and health of young girls, the foundation hopes to contribute to the country's development and progress.

Key points

  • The Tchépé Foundation distributed hygiene kits to 423 young girls in Ponvogo, Côte d'Ivoire.
  • The foundation aims to promote the dignity, well-being, and educational success of young girls.
  • The organization plans to launch awareness campaigns on the prevention of female cancers.

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