Our Mission

Since 2020, Free Flow NM has been dedicated to combating period poverty and menstruation stigma through six key programs focused on distribution and education. We believe period products should be as accessible as toilet paper, and no one should miss school, work, or daily activities due to lack of access. We serve a wide range of individuals, including students of all ages, people experiencing homelessness, and working and non-working individuals who cannot afford menstrual products.

Period poverty means that millions of individuals with periods are subjected to injustice and inequity due to menstruation. There is no federal program that assists with the costs of period products. EBT, WIC, and SNAP do not cover menstrual products; they are considered luxury items. Consequently, 1 in 3 low-income menstruators report missing work, school, or similar
events due to inadequate access to period supplies. We aim to bridge this gap, empowering individuals to remain engaged in their lives.

What would it look like for New Mexico to be period-poverty-free?

We are working on it!