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Author: Bahar Aldanmaz

Bahar Aldanmaz is a PhD candidate in sociology at Boston University, and the co-founder of Konuşmamız Gerek, the sole NGO in Türkiye dedicated to addressing period poverty and dismantling menstruation stigma. She is also a public voices fellow advocating for the rights of women and girls, collaborating with The OpEd Project and Equality Now.
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Menstrual Care Product Companies’ Crusade Against ‘Tampon Tax’ Falls Short of Meaningful Progress

Bahar Aldanmaz

Last week, a group of menstrual product companies announced a new coalition to reimburse customers for the consumption taxes on menstrual care products, commonly known as the tampon tax. While the “Tampon Tax Back Coalition” may appear to be a victory for menstrual activism, the truth is more complicated.

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