Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has announced an expanded commitment to support 100,000 schoolgirls across Kenya with sustainable menstrual hygiene products and health education by the year 2030, under the second phase of its flagship initiative, #AchieveMoreGirl.
The announcement was made by DTB Group CEO, Nasim Devji, during a menstrual hygiene distribution drive held at Sinaga Girls Secondary School in Siaya County, where over 1,500 girls from local schools received reusable menstrual health kits. The event marked a milestone achievement for the bank — the fulfillment of its initial target set in 2020 to support 30,000 girls by 2025, a goal that has now been met two years ahead of schedule.
“We launched the #AchieveMoreGirl initiative in 2020 and have since reached 30,000 girls across 22 counties,” said Ms. Devji. “This experience has shown us the ongoing and urgent need for menstrual health support, especially in underserved communities.”
The #AchieveMoreGirl programme is designed to address a critical barrier to education for girls — lack of access to affordable menstrual products and the stigma surrounding menstruation. By providing reusable sanitary kits and delivering hygiene education, the initiative aims to reduce school absenteeism and promote dignity among adolescent girls.
The bank plans to scale up its efforts to reach an additional 70,000 girls over the next five years, in collaboration with county governments, NGOs, and grassroots partners.
“Our goal is to keep more girls in school, particularly in marginalised regions where menstrual health management remains a key challenge,” added Ms. Devji. “We will continue to partner with like-minded organisations to extend our reach and ensure that girls can access their right to education without disruption.”
Since its inception, the #AchieveMoreGirl initiative has:
- Reached 30,000 schoolgirls from over 120 schools.
- Operated in 22 counties across Kenya.
- Conducted training workshops to equip communities with skills to manufacture reusable menstrual kits locally.
- Tackled cultural stigma through education and sensitization programs aimed at both men and women.
The programme is part of DTB’s broader Sustainability and Citizenship master plan, aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically:
- Goal 3: Good health and wellbeing,
- Goal 4: Quality education,
- Goal 5: Gender equality.
DTB’s commitment to menstrual health support reflects a strategic focus on sustainable impact and inclusive development. By choosing reusable sanitary products, the initiative not only reduces the long-term cost burden on girls and their families but also promotes environmental sustainability.
“When DTB removes barriers to education, we unlock potential,” Ms. Devji said. “We are proud of the journey so far and even more committed to the path ahead — ensuring no girl is left behind simply because of her period.”