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These kits include many hygiene products that are needed during a girl\u2019s menstruation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many girls cannot afford these products. During this time, they will not attend school and lose valuable education time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despatch Preparatory has incorporated this initiative as part of their \u201cgirl\u2019s education\u201d program. 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