A Body Confidence & Self-Care Experience for Young Girls
Presented by: The PATESI Foundation
A Free Body Confidence & Self-Care Experience for Young Girls
Presented by: The PATESI Foundation
Erase the Stigma. Embrace the Change. Dignity in Every Cycle.
Erase the Stigma. Embrace the Change. Dignity in Every Cycle.
February 15, 2026 | 1-2 pm
LIMITED SPACES!
Growing up shouldn’t include shame, confusion, or silence about our bodies.
Yet for many young girls, conversations about periods, self-care, and body changes still happen in whispers—if they happen at all.
Love Yourself is a safe, empowering space where girls learn that their bodies are not something to fear or hide—but something to understand, respect, and care for with confidence.
This interactive experience is designed to meet girls where they are—with compassion, clarity, and dignity.
During Love Yourself, participants will:
Learn about menstrual health in an age-appropriate, stigma-free way
Understand how to choose period products that work for their bodies
Explore self-care through creativity and self-expression
Hear affirming messages that reinforce confidence, worth, and self-respect
All education is delivered in a trauma-informed, youth-friendly environment, aligned with PATESI Foundation’s commitment to education, access, and empowerment.
Menstrual Health Education
Girls will explore different period products and learn how to choose what feels right for their bodies—without fear, embarrassment, or pressure.
DIY Lipgloss Making Activity
A fun, hands-on activity that encourages creativity, self-expression, and self-care—each participant creates a product they can proudly take home.
Confidence-Building Reflection
Through guided affirmations and conversation, girls are reminded:
Their bodies are worthy of care
Questions are welcome
Every body is different—and that’s okay
Take-Home Love Yourself Kit
Each participant leaves with resources and items that reinforce learning, confidence, and dignity beyond the event.
At the PATESI Foundation, we believe access to education is access to dignity.
By creating space for open, empowering conversations, Love Yourself helps:
Normalize menstruation
Reduce stigma early
Equip girls with knowledge they can carry into adolescence and beyond
This program directly supports our mission to alleviate period poverty and empower communities through education and access.
Who Should Attend
Young girls : Ages 10-17
Preferably those who already have their period.
Event Details
Location: Woman’s Club of Bethesda
5500 Sonoma Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817
Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
Time: 1-2 pm
Cost: Free | Sponsored by the Patesi Foundation
Spaces are limited to ensure a safe, supportive, and engaging experience for every participant.
Register today and help a young girl take an empowered step toward loving herself, fully and confidently.
Can’t attend but want to help?
Donate menstrual products
Sponsor a participant
Volunteer with PATESI Foundation
Together, we can erase the stigma and embrace the change.
