FreePeriod: Addressing Menstrual Health in China with Innovation and Impact with Julia Zhu

Femtech At Work di Maaike Steinebach

Note sull'episodio

Imagine living in a world where periods are a source of shame and sanitary pads are a luxury not everyone can afford.

In this powerful episode of Fem Tech at Work, we talk to Julia Zhu, the founder of FreePeriod, who's on a mission to change that. Julia shares her personal story of struggle and determination, and how it sparked her passion to provide low-cost sanitary pads to women in need across China. Join us as we explore the intersection of technology, social impact, and women's health, and discover the inspiring work being done to break down period stigma and create a more equitable future for all!

Key Takeaways:

  • Discover Julia's firsthand experience with period stigma and the lack of access to essential sanitary products in China that fueled her entrepreneurial drive
  • Understand the core ... 
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