The film, particularly the shoplifting scene had a huge impact on Claire Hunt who runs Homeless Period Ireland . We have more dignity.”Money is the key factor in being able to access sanitary items. Now, women have access to full packets of sanitary products in the kitchen whenever they need them and can take them without having to ask. “You’re thinking people can see the bulges, it’s embarrassing.”Hunt hopes that Homeless Period Ireland will not always be needed. “Women are going through their period every month and not having the means to look after themselves,” says Hunt.

Source: The Irish Times February 18, 2019 06:00 UTC