EPISODE 161: The Period-Positive Approach in Education

January 1, 2024

Welcome to another episode of Better Learning! In the episode, we have a remarkable guest who is changing the game for people with periods. Meet Claire Coder, a Forbes 30 Under 30 awardee, a Thiel Fellow, and the dynamic Founder and CEO of Aunt Flow. Claire's journey is nothing short of inspiring.

Overview:

At just 26 years old, Claire is not only a Thiel Fellow but a trailblazer in the field of menstrual equity. With Aunt Flow, she’s on a mission to make the world better for people with periods. Under Claire’s leadership, Aunt Flow has revolutionized public bathrooms by stocking them with freely accessible tampons and pads. The company has introduced patented dispensers in over 30,000 bathrooms, raising an impressive $17 million+ in venture capital.

Collaborating closely with education leaders and architects, Claire ensures that Aunt Flow’s mission to provide freely accessible period products transcends boundaries. It’s noteworthy that the push for Aunt Flow products in schools doesn’t come solely from adults; rather, it’s the students themselves who recognize the importance of menstrual equity in their learning environments. In this episode, discover how any school can join the movement and bring Aunt Flow’s impactful initiatives to their campus, fostering an environment where every student can focus on their education without the worry of period supplies.

Meet Our Guest:

Learn more about Aunt Flow and Claire Coder:
Aunt Flow Website: https://goauntflow.com/
Claire’s LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairecoder/
Claire’s Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/clairecoderofficial/
Claire’s Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/clairecoder

Watch on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/1rTSWNJ-HxY

The Host:

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Who made this episode possible?
Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) – https://www.a4le.org/
Education Leaders’ Organization – https://www.ed-leaders.org/
Second Class Foundation – https://secondclassfoundation.org/

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