Committees & Councils

Ending Period Poverty Advisory Council

The ISSA Period Poverty Advisory Council will play an advisory role in support of the development of ISSA’s education and advocacy strategy related to ending period poverty.

Advancing period education and equality in the cleaning and facility solutions industry

This council’s focus includes but is not limited to identifying education opportunities; development and promulgation of policy positions related to period poverty; execution and/or support of advocacy activities related to the campaign; and help communicating our messages to employees, vendors, customers, and policymakers on such issues.

Members collaborate to identify opportunities for education and engagement, support and execute advocacy campaigns, and help communicate ISSA’s message to employees, vendors, customers, and policymakers. Together, the Council champions equitable access to menstrual hygiene products and fosters dialogue that inspires meaningful, lasting change.

Giving a voice to the voiceless

The ISSA Period Poverty Advisory Council serves as a strategic partner in advancing ISSA’s education and advocacy efforts to help end period poverty. The Council provides guidance on developing impactful educational initiatives, shaping policy positions, and driving awareness across the cleaning and facility solutions industry.

Get Involved

To learn more about ISSA’s Period Poverty campaign, please contact John Nothdurft, ISSA’s Director of Government Affairs.

Join the Ending Period Poverty Advisory Council

Top 5 Reasons

To join the Ending Period Poverty Advisory Council

1. Champion meaningful change

Be part of a movement that promotes dignity, equality, and access by helping to end period poverty in workplaces, schools, and communities worldwide.

2. Shape industry advocacy

Contribute your voice to the development of education, outreach, and policy initiatives that influence how the cleaning industry supports menstrual equity.

3. Collaborate with purpose

Work alongside passionate leaders, ISSA members, and advocacy partners who are driving awareness and inspiring action across the globe.

4. Amplify your impact

Help share ISSA’s message with employees, vendors, customers, and policymakers—building momentum for lasting social and systemic change.

5. Lead with compassion

Use your platform and expertise to elevate a critical conversation, empower others, and advance ISSA’s mission to create cleaner, healthier, and more equitable environments for all.