Share the Dignity period packs are essential for supporting our on-campus students' and staff's health and wellbeing.
We are proud to team with Share the Dignity to provide dignity vending machines (DVMs) to supply these essential packs. These packs offer access to necessary menstrual hygiene products, ensuring that no one has to miss out on educational or professional opportunities due to a lack of resources. By offering these packs, we promote wellbeing, reduce stigma, and create a more inclusive and supportive campus environment for everyone.
Building 753, level 1, room 115 - accessible/unisex bathroom
Nowik learning commons
Building 1412, level 3, room 310 - gender-neutral bathroom
Truskett Library
Building 1005, level 2, room 259 - female bathroom
Library/Laboratory
Building 802, level 1, room 1324 - gender-neutral bathroom
Learning and Teaching
Building 13, level 1, room 132 - accessible/unisex bathroom
William Merrylees Library
The regular maintenance of our machines is important. If a machine needs attention, please reach out to us.
Contact a Charles Sturt volunteer
Research conducted by Ms Elizabeth Smith, Dr Tracey Parnell, and Associate Professor Jessica Biles reveals the following key insights:
These numbers show that period poverty isn’t just about inconvenience - it affects health, education, and wellbeing.
This research was conducted by:
With approval from the CSU Human Research Ethics Committee (H220223) and support from Share the Dignity.
Thank you to all Charles Sturt University students who shared their experiences and helped bring this issue to light.
