On #IWD, March 8, we were proud to announce the 3 winners of the 2025 Feminist Creator Prize selected by our judge panel. Today, we are highlighting Leisha Toory - feminist advocate, writer, and the founder of the Period Priority Project, the first and only grassroots initiative in Newfoundland and Labrador dedicated solely to advancing menstrual equity. Through her work, she has successfully lobbied for free menstrual products in public spaces, a policy change recently adopted by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. As an advocate for systemic change, Leisha has created innovative digital resources, including a YouTube series, podcast, and presentations toolkit, aimed at making menstrual health advocacy more accessible. These initiatives empower individuals and organizations to engage in conversations around period poverty and gender justice. Her work has made a significant impact both locally and nationally, reaching marginalized communities and amplifying their voices. Leisha’s commitment to challenging stigma and shaping policies for menstrual and reproductive health continues to drive her mission to promote equity, safety, and freedom from harm in Canada and beyond. @leishatoory @periodpriorityproject (fb)

Our free, virtual course - Who Cares? An ARAO Guide to Supporting Youth Mental Health - launches soon! Sign up now to be notified when it goes live and get a registration link to the upcoming webinar: https://ow.ly/OYwX50VO0o1 #mentalhealth (fb)