A group of women, and children, gather at the Sea Point Lighthouse to mark Human Rights Day, uniting in wellness, community and a shared commitment to uplifting young girls
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About 30 women, along with several children, gathered at the Sea Point Lighthouse on Saturday, 21 March, to mark Human Rights Day with a morning centred on wellness, community, and advocacy.
The Pilates session brought together young women from across Cape Town, creating a space focused on movement and connection.
The class was led by local instructor Hannah Cragg, who guided attendees through a series of exercises designed to promote both physical and mental well-being.
Before the session began, Project HER founder Nons Mshengu addressed the group, sharing insight into the organisation’s work and its mission to improve menstrual health access for young girls in underserved communities.
“Human Rights Day is a powerful reminder that dignity and access to basic needs should never be out of reach. For us, menstrual health is not a privilege; it is a right. No girl should miss out on school or opportunity because she does not have access to safe, sustainable products,” she said.
She said the Project HER initiative focuses on providing reusable sanitary pads while raising awareness of safer, more environmentally conscious alternatives.
The project aims to empower young girls through long-term solutions while encouraging open conversations about menstrual health.
“We want to create a community where women support women, and girls support girls. It’s about making sure that those who are often unheard are seen, supported, and given the tools they need to thrive,” said Ms Mshengu.
Following the Pilates session, attendees stayed to socialise over coffee, further strengthening the sense of community that the event sought to foster.
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Women strike their Pilates poses against the backdrop of the Sea Point Lighthouse
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