Millie Bobby Brown, renowned for her role in “Stranger Things,” continues to use her platform to champion causes close to her heart. As a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador since 2018, she has been a vocal advocate for children’s rights, with a particular focus on adolescent girls’ health and education.
In a recent video released for Menstrual Hygiene Day, Brown highlighted the challenges many girls face regarding menstruation. She emphasized that for millions, periods are accompanied by stigma, isolation, and lack of access to necessary resources. She shared personal experiences, noting that while she has faced inconvenient moments due to her period, she had the means to manage them—unlike many girls worldwide who are forced to miss school or face health risks due to inadequate menstrual support.
UNICEF and the World Health Organization recently published a joint report revealing alarming statistics about menstrual health worldwide. The data shows that millions of girls lack basic facilities and information needed to manage their periods safely and with dignity, especially in school environments. This often leads to school absences, loss of confidence, and even health issues.
Brown’s advocacy calls on world leaders and communities to ensure that every girl has access to period products, safe sanitation, and accurate information. Her message is clear: menstruation should never be a barrier to opportunity or equality.
Through her role with UNICEF, Millie Bobby Brown continues to use her platform to push for meaningful change. By speaking out on menstrual equity, she joins a growing movement to create a world where periods are no longer a source of shame or limitation.
Source: UNICEF USA Press Release
