LUÜNA | B Corp™

LUÜNA | B Corp™

Health and Human Services

End menstrual stigma in your workplace or school. Support marginalized women and girls across Asia.

About us

We’re a woman-led and B Corp™ certified social enterprise that exists for one purpose; to advance gender equality by democratising access to safe and sustainable period products. We provide award-winning solutions for organisations wanting to make period care accessible at work and school, using a portion of every partnership to tackle period poverty in Asia and beyond. Winners of the 2023 Cartier Women's Impact Grant The United Nations x British Chamber of Commerce Social Enterprise of the Year 2022

Website
https://luuna.care/
Industry
Health and Human Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Central and Western District
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2019

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Employees at LUÜNA | B Corp™

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    Meet Danish Refino, a student at PolyU Hong Kong, who is passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding menstruation. Growing up in Jakarta, Danish witnessed firsthand the challenges of period taboos and to this day, sees many around her struggling to manage their menstrual health with little support. Danish tells us about her vision for a world free from stigma and shares her perspective on how we can collectively take steps toward this goal. Read her story on the blog below. ⭐ About this Series ⭐ #NineYears4Her is a community-driven storytelling initiative inspired by a McKinsey study that uncovered a startling reality: women spend an average of nine years of their lives in poor health. By amplifying voices from across Asia, we aim to raise awareness, advocate for change, and take decisive action to address the gender health gap and its profound impact on women, marginalised people and their communities across the region.

    #NineYearsForHer: "I feel deep sadness for all the women, including my friends, relatives, and myself, who have had to endure the burden of this stigma."

    #NineYearsForHer: "I feel deep sadness for all the women, including my friends, relatives, and myself, who have had to endure the burden of this stigma."

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    Founder & CEO LUÜNA | Gender and Health Equity | Forbes30U30 | Cartier Impact Fellow 2023

    Last night, our five-year-old social enterprise stood amongst global giants at the Community Business awards, a finalist for the Achieving Gender Equality in Asia category and… …we won 🎉 It was a moment I will never forget, accepting the award in a room full of people I admire so deeply—individuals dedicating their time to advancing change across an intersection of so many critical issues. There are too many to name here, but so many of you are the reason LUÜNA | B Corp™ has been able to achieve what we have - I am so grateful to each and every one of you. This award is for the women and people who menstruate who have: 🩸Had to improvise a 'makeshift toilet roll pad' in the office and deliver a meeting with a wad of tissue between their legs - IYKYK 🩸Done the “walk of shame” in the office or school hallways, filled with anxiety that someone will notice the period product up their sleeve 🩸Sat in a toilet cubicle gritting teeth in pain, unable to convey their menstrual challenges to colleagues for fear of judgement, dismissal or discrimination 🩸Been told by a doctor that the symptoms negatively impacting their life on a regular basis are 'just bad period pain' 🩸Missed work, school or a meaningful event in their life because they cannot afford menstrual products 🩸Felt ashamed of their bodies because they menstruate. This award is for you. It is for all of us. Thank you also to Janet Ledger and the Community Business team for creating a platform where young social enterprises can stand shoulder to shoulder with institutional industry leaders. I will die on this hill: we need each other to survive, thrive and make impact. Lastly, my team - represented last night by the inspirational superstar that is Jayme Walker (Ellis). You are second-to-none. Not supporting menstrual health in your workplace yet? This is your sign to change that. Visit www.luuna.care to learn more.

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    🚨 Period poverty isn’t a distant issue; it’s a reality here in Hong Kong. Refugee families often receive only HK$1,200 in grocery vouchers each month, making it impossible to afford essential items like menstrual care. Last week, nearly 100 community members joined us for FLOW FORWARD, where Uzma Naveed shared powerful insights into the challenges faced by refugees and asylum seekers. We are profoundly grateful to Uzma, the team at the Christian Action Centre for Refugees, and our event partner Maaike Steinebach from FemTech Future Limited. We also want to thank The Black Sheep Asia for providing the event space, as well as everyone who attended to support this gathering. Together, we are committed to ending period poverty in Hong Kong. Want to join our next event? Follow us for updates! #FlowForward #PeriodPoverty

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    Founder & CEO LUÜNA | Gender and Health Equity | Forbes30U30 | Cartier Impact Fellow 2023

    I bloody love our community ❤️ Last Thursday, nearly 100 people gathered in Hong Kong for the first edition of our new FLOW FORWARD event series, this time focused on exploring the very real existence of period poverty in our city. Many people we encounter perceive period poverty as a distant problem, but the reality is that it exists right here in Hong Kong. We were honoured to have Uzma Naveed as our guest speaker, who shared about the challenges faced by refugees and asylum seekers regarding period poverty in Hong Kong. We will be sharing a detailed write up of this soon. In the meantime, I was just too buzzing not to share some of the community posts circulating on LinkedIn and Instagram in the last few days; posts that speak to the outstanding impact-driven community we have here in Hong Kong. Thank you all for attending and for amplifying the message at last week's event: period poverty is a serious social issue in Hong Kong, but together, we have the means to eradicate it. Thank you also to: Our speaker Uzma Naveed and her Christian Action Centre for Refugees team, for sharing more about the topic of period poverty and for all the work you do to uplift women and girls in Hong Kong Our co-host Maaike Steinebach from FemTech Future Limited To Black Sheep Restaurants for the space And to my sensational team for bringing this event to-life led by project lead Jayme Walker (Ellis) If you want to join the next one, make sure you're following us for announcements: LinkedIn: LUÜNA | B Corp™ Instagram: https://lnkd.in/ezwp4Nh9 And if you want to learn more about how you can help us end period poverty, get in touch via our website: www.luuna.care

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    ✨ Grateful to have spent a wonderful afternoon with the team from our latest charity partner in Hong Kong, the Christian Action Centre for Refugees 🌆 Jayme, Danish and Olivia from our team and Christian Action team member, Uzma, shared a stunning view of Hong Kong Island from the rooftop of the Christian Action centre. We'll be working together to further tackle menstrual stigma and #PeriodPoverty in Hong Kong 💙 Watch this space!

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    It's amazing to see GIRLTALK students taking real action! It's a powerful example of how young leaders are driving awareness and tangible change in menstrual equity.   Well done to Chinese International School, Libby Alexander, Janet Humphris, and Mala Uttam for mentoring such an incredible next generation. This initiative truly reflects our mission of advancing gender equality through meaningful impact.

    Empowering Girls Through Action Last year, our student-led initiative GIRLTALK held multiple fundraisers with LUÜNA, Olivia Cotes-James Jayme Walker (Ellis) woman-built social enterprise on a mission to advance gender equality by building a more equitable world for all people with periods. We’re off to a quick start this year as GIRLTALK packed and distributed 70+ LUÜNA period packs over the weekend, collaborating closely with another student-led service that works with the Splash Foundation. Libby Alexander Janet Humphris Mala Uttam This initiative not only addresses period poverty but also fosters community engagement. Join us in supporting Vision ’33’s motto to “seek and to serve” by empowering girls through conversation, tuition, and period care. Together, we can make a difference! #CIS #CISHK #service #action #community #Vision33

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    🌟 We're thrilled to celebrate the iconic Lee Kum Kee joining as a #PeriodEquityPartner in Hong Kong 🩸✨ Not only has Lee Kum Kee launched organic LUÜNA period products in their office washrooms, they also hosted a two-part workshop series to drive awareness around the importance of supporting team members at different life stages from menstruation through menopause🩸✨ During the second workshop, we were honoured to have an incredible panel of women and male allies from Lee Kum Kee who shared their experiences and insights on how to foster a more inclusive and supportive workplace for everyone. 💬  "Women's health is not a luxury, it's a right. As an employer, it's our responsibility to ensure that every woman in Lee Kum Kee has access to the resources and support she needs to prioritize her health and well-being." – Helen Y. Engagement Manager at Lee Kum Kee #PeriodFriendlyWorkplace  #MenstrualEquity #PeriodPositive  #GenderHealthGap  #WorkplaceWellness #Sustainability  #ESG

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    We are so proud to be partnering with Rentokil Initial, a leader in global facilities management, in taking the creation of menstruation-inclusive washrooms to new heights 👏

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    Driving Inclusivity and Sustainability with #WashroomDignity We're thrilled to announce the launch of our #WashroomDignity campaign, focusing on facilitating menstrual health, firstly in our own office and warehouse. As part of our commitment to fostering an #InclusiveCulture and upholding our ESG promises, we're providing free access to high-quality organic pads in our washrooms for any emergency condition. This initiative features our latest washroom dignity solution - the Initial #FreeVend FlexCare Dispenser. Crafted with a robust, fully recyclable steel body, this dispenser ensures a hassle-free and hygienic washroom experience for all. This project wouldn't be complete without the collaboration of our partner, LUÜNA | B Corp™ - a B Corp-certified social enterprise dedicated to advancing gender equality. Together, we're proud to offer the best-in-class LUÜNA organic pads in our dispensers, prioritizing employee health and well-being. We are also glad that we can have the LUÜNA pad dispenser, a slim and compact solution that fits any workplace conditions. This is just the beginning. We're setting the standard for menstrual care in the workplace, and we invite you to join us in this movement toward a more inclusive and sustainable future. Protecting People. Enhancing Lives. Preserving Our Planet. Rentokil Pest Control: https://bit.ly/3GFp5wj Initial Hygiene: https://bit.ly/3AGcepA #Rentokilinitialhongkong #PeriodPower #InitialCares #PeriodDignity #MenstrualHealth #TimeForMenstrualCare #LUÜNA

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    We need to talk about this👇 Kate Weston’s recent piece for Stylist Magazine powerfully sheds light on critical issues related to the gender health gap: 🩸 The widespread dismissal of menstrual pain which at LUÜNA we see so much in conversations with our community members, who have been dismissed countless times as 'just having bad period pain' by people in their lives, from managers to medical professionals 🩸 The overlooked link between menstrual and mental health 🩸 How everyday menstrual health is often ignored, despite its impact on so many aspects of everyday life Swipe for a few key quotes we've chosen from the piece 👉 Reproductive health is essential, but our well-being is about so much more than just fertility. And yet the importance of *everyday* menstrual health continue to be overlooked because of taboos, misconceptions and outdated practices. In order to ensure that women, girls and all menstruating people can truly thrive, we must insist on improved support for everyday menstrual health. Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/e9vHhH5k

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