N.S. news: Period Equity Alliance Society providing free menstrual products [Video]

Free period products have become more common in public schools and library restrooms lately, but many people still face challenges in accessing them.

A Halifax-based non-profit is running a campaign this fall as part of its ongoing effort to make the products more accessible to those who need them.

“I’ve always been fortunate to have access to these products my whole life and to think that there’s people out there that do not have that access, it’s inconceivable. It just doesn’t make sense to me,” said Missy Searl, the executive director of the Period Equity Alliance Society, during an interview with CTV Morning Live.

As part of the society’s Equal Flow Project, people can go into public spaces and, when they see a decal with the society’s logo, they can access a ‘dignity bag.’ The society tucks menstrual products and undergarments into discreet makeup bags and pencil cases.

“We want to make it safe for all youths and all people who …