Table 2 Summary of Achievements

Widespread desirability and acceptability of the Mini

The Mini was highly desired by people who menstruate and community members due to its safety features and water accessibility. The Mini was also the first-ever physical space dedicated specifically to helping people who menstruate manage their menstruation in this community.

Improved menstrual hygiene management practices

The design features of the Mini, including the waterline, disposal system, and lights, contributed to improved MH practices. People who menstruate could now change, bathe, and wash and dispose of their products more frequently.

Increased physical and psychological safety

The privacy of the Mini gave people who menstruate an increased sense of physical and psychological safety. People who menstruate reported reduced anxiety in knowing where and when they could manage their menstruation without the threat of intrusion.

Autonomy and spatial mobility

The accessibility of the Minis provided people who menstruate with the flexibility and capability to manage their menstruation at their convenience. People who menstruate were also able to freely move within the community, knowing they had multiple spaces to manage their menstruation instead of having to return home to do so.

De-stigmatization of menstruation

The Minis often sparked conversations with men and boys, allowing for open dialogue about menstruation to occur, often for the first time.