Menstrual Freedom and Justice
Let’s talk about menstruation! Statistically, around two billion people menstruate every month. While talking about it still evokes reactions of shame, disgust, and mystification, there’s also a massive chorus fighting for menstrual freedom and justice. Dedicating this space to Núria Capella, a dancer researching menstruation in dance, and Bettina Steinbrugger, founder of erdbeerwoche, a vibrant voice in Austria’s menstrual rights fight, means being part of this movement. After a short input from both, we will discuss menstruation in dance, the rights of menstruating individuals in the workplace, and the pressing issue of period poverty.
Hosted by Gloria Marie-Elaine Berghäuser and Friederike Decker.
is a professional dancer, pedagogue, and yoga teacher. Originally from Spain, she has studied and worked in Austria, the United States, and Germany. She lives in Slovenia, dancing with the En-Knap Group and promoting menstrual education. While finishing her BA in Dance Pedagogy at Anton Bruckner University in Linz, she researched menstrual education in dance. She is now training as a menstrual educator, aiming to foster inclusive discussions in the dance community.
founded by Bettina Steinbrugger, is Austria’s first social business focused on menstruation. It aims to initiate societal change and make sustainable period products accessible. Its vision is to promote a self-determined and sustainable approach to the menstrual cycle for all. The school project READY FOR RED is significant to Steinbrugger.
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