Sustainability often brings environmental protection to mind; however, with menstruation, social issues play a big role in the conversation too. Karen Farley (they/their) will explore both sides of sustainable menstruation in order to find the right balance between environmental concerns, like menstrual product waste disposal, and social issues, such as period poverty and menstrual stigma.
About your host:
Karen Farley is a recent master’s graduate from the School of Environment, Enterprise and Development (SEED) at the University of Waterloo. While working on their thesis, Karen conducted research on sustainable menstruation, which ignited a passion to make an impact on the menstrual landscape in Canada. Two years ago, Karen launched Period Pin, an online map that connects menstruators with over 2,000 free period product locations across Canada. Karen has co-authored a foundational chapter on sustainable menstruation for Northern Blood: Period Politics and Activism in Canada, due for publication early next year. Karen also loves motorbike adventures and fostering kitties.
A part of the Menstrual Equity Lunch and Learn Series.