Bushra Mahnoor wins 2026 Commonwealth Youth Award for menstrual justice work

Bushra Mahnoor, the founder of Mahwari Justice, has made history by winning the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Award for her groundbreaking work in menstrual justice. Competing against nearly 1,000 candidates from 56 countries, she became the fourth Pakistani to receive this prestigious honor. Her work focuses on destigmatizing menstruation and providing access to sanitary products for underprivileged communities, highlighting the importance of gender equality and health education. This recognition underscores the global significance of her efforts in advancing menstrual health and rights.