In New Bedford, MA, communities grapple with socioeconomic disparities that significantly affect access to essential feminine hygiene products. Many women, particularly those in underfunded schools, homeless shelters, and hospitals serving low-income populations, are unable to afford safe and organic hygiene products that are necessary for their health and dignity.

The high cost of these necessary items is exacerbated by the "pink tax," an insidious form of gender-based financial discrimination that burdens women with higher costs for products that cater to basic needs. This tax not only limits women's choices but also endangers their health with cheaper, chemically-laden alternatives that can have long-term consequences.

Organic feminine hygiene products, which are free from harmful chemicals and safer for regular use, should not be inaccessible luxuries reserved for those with financial privilege. Instead, they should be standard available options for all women, irrespective of their economic status.

We urge local authorities, healthcare providers, and community organizers to champion policies that provide subsidies, partnerships with product manufacturers, and community donations to supply these crucial products. By challenging the "pink tax" and advocating for fair pricing, we can ensure that all women in New Bedford have access to safe hygiene products without the strain of financial hardship.

Sign this petition to demand fair pricing for feminine hygiene products and promote health equality for women in New Bedford, MA.