At Change Logic, we believe that real change starts with people. As part of our recent strategic realignment, we proudly announce our CSR partnership with Gift of Givers, a leading South African NGO that excels in identifying critical needs and delivering solutions where they matter most. In this partnership, Change Logic is committed to making a meaningful impact on social causes, with our pilot project aligned to Women’s Month, making an impact to help combat period poverty in South Africa.
For too long, the issue of period poverty has been overlooked, leaving millions of girls without access to essential sanitary products. The numbers are staggering: according to the WEF, up to 7 million girls in South Africa either cannot afford or do not have access to sanitary products, with around 30% missing school every month due to their periods. This is not just a health crisis but also an educational and socio-economic one, preventing young women from achieving their full potential.
“At Change Logic, we’re about creating change that matters. Our collaboration with Gift of Givers and the Mina Foundation wasn’t just a CSR initiative—it’s a commitment to empowering women through education and access to essential resources. We believe that by giving these young women the support they need, we are investing in the future of our country.”
Bruce Turvey, Executive at Change Logic
This Women’s Month, Change Logic was thrilled to take action, starting with a focused effort on university campuses. In collaboration with Gift of Givers and the Mina Foundation, we aim to empower young women by supporting the “First Things First” campaign. By sponsoring 200 Mina Cups for students at Nelson Mandela Bay University and Rhodes University, we ensured that our contribution was part of a well-organised, thoughtful, and impactful project that responds to genuine needs in the community.
Further to the initial sponsorship, on Friday, August 16th, we joined forces with Rhodes University in Makhanda, YFM, and other stakeholders to highlight the pressing issue of period poverty at an activation event on campus. The event was filled with energy, compassion, and above all, gratitude for the collective efforts to make a lasting difference in the lives of young women.
Why Mina Cups?
- Mina Cups are a sustainable, long-term solution to period poverty, enabling young women to continue their education uninterrupted by the challenges of menstruation.
- Benefits of Mina Cups:
- Eco-friendly: Biocompatible, eliminates years of waste that would otherwise come with disposable products.
- Economical: One cup lasts up to five years, which is more than 2000 pads/tampons. You can save up to R3000!
- Efficient: 6 -12 hours of leak-free protection, depending on flow.
- Convenient: Use water or tissues to clean.
- Hypoallergenic: safe to swim and sleep with
- 100% premium medical-grade silicone FDA-registered & compliant
- No BPA. No latex. Free of colours and dyes.
- It does not release chemicals or irritants
- Vegan, cruelty-free
“MINA means Me in isiZulu. Mina also means Protector in Dutch and Love in German. There is a MINA within all of us and that is how we identify with each other. Mina is your friend and is here to guide and walk through this journey with you. Mina is smart and confident and her circumstances does not define who she is, it is what she makes of it. MINA is about you and, YOU matter to us.” – Mina Cup About Us
Why Partner with Gift of Givers?
Gift of Givers has been at the forefront of humanitarian aid in South Africa, consistently providing aid where it’s needed most. Their agile approach and commitment to transparency through auditing partnerships make them an ideal CSR partner for Change Logic. We wanted to ensure that every contribution would translate into meaningful, measurable outcomes, and Gift of Givers has the infrastructure and credibility to make this possible.
This partnership reflects our broader commitment to responsible giving. Change Logic’s CSR projects aim to create value by engaging with high-impact initiatives that resonate with our core values of care, respect, and responsibility. We don’t just want to give—we want to give meaningfully.
“Partnering with Gift of Givers aligns perfectly with Change Logic’s mission to drive change where it most needs. This partnership goes beyond just giving; it is about engaging in projects that can create real, lasting impact in people’s lives. Addressing period poverty is the first step in what we hope will be a long journey of meaningful contribution to our communities.”
Anton Hingeston, Founder & Executive at Change Logic
This partnership marks the beginning of a series of CSR projects to create meaningful, sustainable change for people, focusing on addressing pressing societal challenges.
Together, with partners like Gift of Givers and the Mina Foundation, we are taking strides toward a future. Change Logic remains committed to making change that matters—for people, communities, and the future.
