Voices Blog

Period Power Policies Happening Around the Nation!

29 Apr 2019

Throughout the nation ~55 bills have been introduced to require disclosure of period products, increase access for school aged children and people who are incarcerated, or eliminate the tax on tampons!

Nanosilver going where? Stop the madness!

24 Apr 2019

We need to be protecting good bacteria in our vaginas. We are concerned with the growing trend of adding “antibacterial properties” like nanosilver into period products that have intimate contact with vulvar and vaginal tissue.

Californians – TAKE ACTION to end toxic fragrance secrets!

11 Apr 2019

California bill, SB 574 would help close the fragrance labeling loophole that lets companies sell products laden with hidden toxic chemicals, without your knowledge or consent.

Victory! Summer’s Eve Removed Dangerous Dyes from Vaginal Washes

03 Apr 2019

Thanks to your continued demands, Prestige Brands (makers of Summer’s Eve) has taken three harmful colorants out of vaginal washes.

5 Non-Toxic Spring Cleaning Tips!

26 Mar 2019

Making the switch to safer options is easier and cheaper than you think! Here are 5 simple ways to wipe out the toxic chemicals from your cleaning routine this spring and all year round!

New Bill Takes on Toxic Secrets in Fragrance and Flavors

11 Mar 2019

If passed, SB 574 will be the first bill in the nation to require disclosure of fragrance ingredients for personal care and professional salon products.

New Yorkers Take on Period Power Policies!

08 Feb 2019

With the leadership of dynamic women legislators, state and city council have passed a number of groundbreaking policies that provide more access to free period products in schools, public restrooms, and shelters -- AND have eliminated the tampon tax!

Welcome WVE’s New Executive Director, Amber Garcia!

24 Jan 2019

Amber’s experience with leadership development, community engagement and mobilization will be invaluable to the future of WVE’s work and the growth of the WVE community.