The 2025 Budget marks a historic milestone by addressing period poverty, a critical issue framed by global and local feminist activism as a matter of public health, human rights, and gender equity. Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo highlighted the detrimental impact of period poverty on health and education, particularly for those unable to afford menstrual hygiene products. St Lucia has already taken proactive steps by allocating US$250,000 to support students in need. In response, the finance minister proposed a Women’s Health Fund with an initial $5 million, aimed at launching a pilot program to distribute free menstrual kits in educational institutions and provide menstrual health education to various groups, including men and boys, to foster inclusivity and dismantle stigma. The fund also seeks to address the broader spectrum of menstrual health needs, such as access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and privacy. This initiative builds on previous efforts, such as the removal of VAT on menstrual products in 2001, which recognized these items as basic necessities. The budget also emphasizes the importance of comprehensive sexuality education in schools to empower adolescents with knowledge about their bodies and reproductive health. Organizations like Feminitt and Crown Her TT have been instrumental in advocating for menstrual equity, recommending measures such as a ‘period card’ and increased research on menstrual inequity. The 2025 Budget represents a significant win for people who menstruate, particularly girls and women, and underscores the importance of youth-led activism in shaping state policies.