Introduction
F@#$ luxury, menstrual products are a necessity. We’ve got you covered. Period.
free the dot. is the USC’s menstrual program for students at Western, to ensure students do not have to worry whether or not they have access to menstrual products. Menstrual products are a necessity for a large portion of Western’s population, and students who menstruate, including but not limited to female, non-binary, and transgender students, require access to these products in order to move through daily life. We want to make sure students have high quality, accessible, free products.
Emergencies happen, we’ve got you covered. Period. We have worked closely with Facilities Management and our partners at Citron Hygiene to install free-vend menstrual product machines in 150 bathrooms across campus so that you never have to worry about missing your next class.
We are shameless about offering free menstrual products to students. Period. Menstrual products are available for pick-up in Food Support Services, UCC Room 40F. Our selection of products is constantly expanding to ensure students have the sexual and reproductive health products they need.
With the help of students, campus stakeholders, and community partners, free the dot. is committed to continuously growing and improving in order to integrate even more intersectional and sustainable choices into our inventory over time. With new products becoming available everyday, we are actively working to expand the choices of products we have available, recognize the diverse needs and values of the members of our community, and accordingly have prioritized featuring a wide array of supplies available for students.
Upcoming Workshops
Events and Initiative dates for 2023-2024 Academic Year coming soon, download the USC Now App to keep up to date with events and initiatives for free the dot.
Reducing the Stigma Around Menstrual and Sexual Wellness
The purpose: raise awareness about the different components of menstrual equity and reduce the stigma around menstrual health.
Events and Initiative dates for 2023-2024 Academic Year coming soon, download the USC Now App to keep up to date with events and initiatives for free the dot.
Petition
Menstrual products are not a luxury- they are a necessity. Menstrual products are a necessity for a large portion of Western’s population, and students who menstruate, including but not limited to female, non-binary, and transgender students, require access to these products in order to move through daily life. The USC recommends that Western University invest in the provision of free menstrual products to be provided in ALL washrooms on campus. Sign your name to this petition to show your support for this recommendation!
Feedback Survey
Interested in providing feedback to improve our services? We value your opinion and invite you to share your thoughts on your experience with the Free the Dot USC service. Your feedback will help us enhance our offerings and better serve our community. Take a moment to complete our survey and contribute to making our service even more valuable to you and others.
Contact
Email: freethedot@westernusc.ca