Launch of the Period Dignity Community of Practice

Following two successful learning and networking sessions on period dignity, period justice and menstrual health, Hub Cymru Africa is pleased to support the launch of a dedicated Community of Practice for partnerships between Wales and Africa working in this field.

This new member-led network will provide a welcoming space for practitioners, partners, advocates and experts to connect, share experiences and challenges, exchange good practice and learn from one another. The Community of Practice will be independently chaired by members of the Wales and Africa Community and shaped by participants’ interests, priorities and ideas.

Join us on Monday the 20th of July at 11am for the launch meeting, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet co-chairs Shadreck Sequesseque and Delyth Pannett, learn more about their work, connect with other participants, and help shape future themes and activities for the group.

This Community of Practice is open to anyone based in Wales or Africa with an interest in period dignity, period justice or menstrual health initiatives. Meetings will be held informally online twice a year, with agendas driven by members’ needs and priorities.

Come along to help build a collaborative space for peer connection, learning and mutual support.

Co-Chairs

Shadreck Sequesseque

Shadreck Sequesseque is the Co-founder and Executive Director of ANAH (Associação Nacional de Ajuda Humanitária), a community-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable populations across Angola.

In his current role, he provides strategic leadership, oversees programme implementation, mobilises resources, and builds partnerships that advance sustainable solutions in health, education, agriculture, and women’s empowerment. He is particularly passionate about promoting menstrual health and dignity, economic empowerment, and community resilience among underserved populations.

Delyth Pannett

With over 15 years’ experience as an education professional and consultant in Wales, the UK and internationally, Delyth is deeply committed to supporting individuals and communities through education and sustainable solutions.

Her work involves coordinating Days for Girls UK’s volunteer teams, managing the global distribution of reusable menstrual health kits, and developing the UK’s advocacy and menstrual health education strategies. Delyth has lived and worked abroad in countries including Azerbaijan and Angola, and originally joined Days for Girls as a Voluntary Team Leader.