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We're thrilled by the appearance of our sanitary item displays across our Furniture Now! Stores! 👏🏼

As mentioned in our post on Friday, we are offering complimentary sanitary items not just for International Women's Day but all year round.

You can find them in our:

🏬 Lewes store - between the till and the book section
🏬 Eastbourne store - next to the till and the small electrical section
🏬 Hailsham store - between the till and the front door

Because access to essential products shouldn't be a privilege, it should be a right 💪

Happy International Women's Day! 💛

Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements of women worldwide and recognise the ongoing fight for gender equality.

International Women's Day isn't just about celebrating, it's about acknowledging the progress made and the work still to be done.

We believe in supporting women's health and dignity every single day, which is why from today sanitary products will be available at all of our Furniture Now! for free.

Not just for today, but for every day of the year. Because access to essential products shouldn't be a privilege, it should be a right 💪

Tomorrow is , a day to honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of women everywhere.

But as we celebrate, let's remember that not all battles are visible.
Period poverty is a silent struggle that affects many women and girls worldwide, including here in the UK.

That's why at Furniture Now and Community Now! we're committed to making a difference every single day. We're proud to announce that from tomorrow we will be offering free sanitary products our Furniture Now! stores in Lewes, Eastbourne, and Hailsham.

Because no one should ever have to choose between their dignity and their health.

Feminine hygiene should be FREE and we're committed to making it a reality 💪

International Women's Day is just 4 days away on March 8th 2024, and this marks us giving women access FREE hygiene products from any of our stores in Lewes, Eastbourne and Hailsham.

And not just on International Women's Day, but all year round 💛

Shocking Period Poverty Stats in the UK 🩸

🔸1 in 10 girls can't afford menstrual products

🔸Girls experiencing period poverty often miss school days because they cannot access proper menstrual products

🔸The average lifetime cost of menstrual products for an individual is estimated to be over £4,800!

🔸Period poverty can lead to anxiety, shame, and mental health issues due to the inability to manage menstruation with dignity

These staggering facts emphasize the need to act swiftly against period poverty. Let's raise awareness, advocate for change, and support initiatives to ensure menstrual equity for everyone. Together, we can make a difference! 💪

As we approach International Women's Day on March 8th, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the importance of supporting women in every aspect of life. One crucial issue close to our hearts is combating period poverty 💪❤️

Period poverty is a silent struggle that affects countless women and girls worldwide. It's more than just a lack of access to sanitary products; it's about dignity, equality, and basic human rights 🩸

Which is why from 8th March (just 17 days from now) we will be giving away FREE sanitary products in our Furniture Now stores in Lewes, Hailsham, and Eastbourne to help make a difference in the lives of those facing period poverty.

Let's make period products accessible to all! 🩸

Periods are a natural part of life and access to menstrual products should be too!

Which is why from the 8th of March, International Women’s Day we will be giving away FREE sanitary products at our Furniture Now stores in Eastbourne, Lewes and Hailsham.

Whether it's for yourself or to share with family and friends, we're here to help 💛

Let's address an urgent issue… Period Poverty

Period poverty is a harsh reality for far too many women and girls around the world. It's not just about a lack of access to menstrual products; it's about inequality, dignity, and basic human rights.

Why should we all be in this fight together?
◼Equality - Everyone deserves equal opportunities
◼Empowerment - Help women pursue their dreams
◼Break Stigmas - Normalise period conversations

We can ALL help make a difference!
💖 Donate menstrual products to local food banks and charities
📢 Raise awareness on social media
🤝 Support organisations working to end period poverty
🌐 Educate yourself and others about the issue

Together, we can eliminate period poverty 💪

We’re delighted to announce that, from 8 March 2024 we will be offering FREE sanitary products at all of our Furniture Now! stores.

We strongly believe in supporting women's rights and equality every day, however on International Women's Day, we're taking it a step further.

We're proud to join forces with Hey Girls , a company that donates 100% of its profits to fund initiatives that fight period poverty. For every sanitary product we purchase from them, they donate one, helping girls and women in need across the country.

With your support in spreading the word, we're working towards a future where period poverty becomes a thing of the past. Let's ensure every woman and girl has access to the sanitary products they need with dignity and respect 🧡