Bloomfield Needs Tampons, Pads To Combat ‘Period Poverty’

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The township of Bloomfield is holding a menstrual hygiene product drive in recognition of Women’s History Month.

Throughout March, the township will be collecting items such as tampons, pads, panty liners, menstrual cups, period panties and deodorant. The items can be donated at various locations throughout the township, and will be distributed to the community by the Bloomfield Department of Health and Human Services (see below list).

• 23 Skiddoo Cafe - 33 Carteret Street
• Bloomfield Public Library - 90 Broad Street
• F45 - 28 Broad Street
• Green Grocer Food Hub - 27 Carteret Street
• Martinez Family Martial Arts - 147 Grove Street
• Pure Love Pies - 1042 Broad Street
• Shooting Star Dance Center - 403 Broad Street

“Period poverty, or inadequate access to menstrual hygiene products, is often a hidden issue, but it is a real issue that has been exacerbated during this pandemic,” Bloomfield Councilwoman Jenny Mundell said.

“We're using the occasion of Women’s History Month to shine a light on the problem and address another great need in our community,” Mundell said. “I ask members of the community that are able to participate in the drive to please consider donating. I also thank the local businesses that have offered to serve as collection sites for the drive.”

• See related article: Periods Don't Stop In A Pandemic, NJ Women Say
• See related article: Essex County Lawmaker Wants Free Menstrual Products In NJ Schools

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