About Ushindi Ecopads
Empowering women and protecting our planet through sustainable menstrual solutions
Our Story
Ushindi Ecopads was founded with a simple yet powerful vision: to create sustainable menstrual products that empower women while protecting our environment.
Our journey began when our founder witnessed firsthand the challenges many women face in accessing affordable and eco-friendly menstrual products. Determined to make a difference, she assembled a team of passionate individuals committed to creating a solution.
Today, Ushindi Ecopads stands at the forefront of sustainable menstrual health, providing high-quality reusable pads that are both affordable and environmentally responsible.
Our Mission
To promote menstrual hygiene and environmental sustainability by providing innovative and eco-friendly sanitary products, breaking the stigma around menstruation, and ensuring every woman has access to safe and sustainable menstrual products.
Our Vision
A world where menstruation is no longer a barrier to education, work, or personal growth, and where every woman can manage their menstruation with dignity using products that are kind to the planet.
Our Values
Quality
We are committed to creating products of the highest quality, ensuring comfort, durability, and effectiveness.
Sustainability
Environmental responsibility is at the core of everything we do, from materials to manufacturing processes.
Empowerment
We believe in empowering women through education, access to quality products, and economic opportunities.
Our Goals
What We Aim to Achieve
Provide affordable and high-quality reusable sanitary pads to women in underserved communities.
Educate communities about menstrual hygiene and sustainability to break taboos and misconceptions.
Reduce menstrual waste and promote environmental conservation through our eco-friendly products.
Promote Gender Equality by empowering individuals through education and economic opportunities in our production process.
Our Commitment to Sustainable Development
At Ushindi Ecopads, we're committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our work directly contributes to these global objectives, creating positive impact for people and the planet.
No Poverty
By creating local employment opportunities and affordable products, we help reduce poverty in communities where we operate.
Good Health and Well-being
Our eco-friendly sanitary pads promote better menstrual health and hygiene, improving overall well-being for women.
Quality Education
We conduct educational workshops on menstrual health, breaking taboos and empowering women through knowledge.
Gender Equality
Our work directly addresses gender-specific needs and helps women overcome barriers to education and employment.
Responsible Consumption and Production
Our biodegradable products and sustainable manufacturing processes minimize waste and environmental impact.
Climate Action
By using eco-friendly materials and processes, we reduce carbon emissions and help combat climate change.
Get to know us
The People Behind Ushindi
We are a team of highly motivated and young people with diversified skills. What we have in common is a humble background from rural area and a shared passion of using both our soft and professional skills in community transformation.
We are motivated by the potential to make a positive difference for women in Burundi while using an engineering approach focused on ecology and sustainability.
Together we combine our experiences to conceive and develop a biodegradable and compostable sanitary pad with a cradle to cradle (completely sustainable) business model which also embodies circular economy. We have business, technical, and local expertise to develop new products and set up manufacturing.
Meet Our Team
MUKUNZI Olivier
Founder & CEO
MUGISHA Fleury
Co-founder & Menstrual Training Manager
HORANUMUKAMA Kenny
Products Development Lead
IRAKOZE Benie
Marketing Director
Our Partners
Partnership Opportunities
We believe in the power of collaboration. By partnering with Ushindi Ecopads, you're joining our mission to empower women and protect the environment. We offer various partnership opportunities for organizations that share our values.
Distribution Partners
Help us reach more women by distributing our eco-friendly pads in your region.
Educational Partners
Join us in providing menstrual health education to communities.
Corporate Sponsors
Support our mission through financial contributions or in-kind donations.
Research Collaborators
Work with us to develop innovative sustainable menstrual products.
Our Events
Featured EventFirst prize winner of Innovation week
The 4th Innovation Week and 3rd Continental Dialogue on Youth, Peace and Security concluded with 23 awarded innovative projects. Support will be given for their implementation to foster sustainable community development. Officials emphasized youth as key to the future, pledging support for young innovators and collaboration.
Event Highlights:
- Closing of Innovation Week and Youth Dialogue.
- 23 innovative projects received awards.
- Support for project implementation.
- Focus on sustainable community impact.
- Commitment to youth innovation.
Want to collaborate on an event?
We're always looking for opportunities to spread awareness about menstrual health and sustainability. If you'd like to partner with us for an event, we'd love to hear from you!
Join Our Mission
Whether you're an investor, partner, or supporter, there are many ways to get involved with Ushindi Ecopads and help us make a difference.