International Paper Partners With Proctor & Gamble's (P&G) Always(R) to #EndPeriodPoverty

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International Paper (NYSE: IP) collaborates with Procter & Gamble's Always to combat period poverty, affecting over 500 million women globally. In 2022, they organized 45 packing events, distributing 25,000 kits, totaling 600,000 products. This year marks their continued partnership with over 40 FemCare events planned, aimed at providing menstrual health supplies. International Paper received an award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from the American Forest & Paper Association for this initiative. The company emphasizes the importance of empowering women and girls with access to essential health products.

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• Successfully distributed over 600,000 menstrual health products, addressing period poverty.
• Recognition from the American Forest & Paper Association for diversity and inclusion efforts.

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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / March 8, 2023 / Once again, International Paper (NYSE:IP) and Always® are celebrating International Women's Day by teaming up to address period poverty - an issue facing more than 500 million women and girls globally.

Period poverty is the lack of access to adequate menstrual health management supplies and education. It's an issue that leads to a number of problems like school truancy, reproductive issues, health risks and unnecessary shame.

In 2022, IP and Procter & Gamble's Always® brand joined forces to expand awareness and impact by hosting 45 packing events and distributing 25,000 kits across U.S. and non-U.S. locations. This resulted in more than 600,000 units of product being made available to women and girls who need them most.

IP was honored with an inaugural award from The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for this intitiaive.

International Paper and Always will team up together again in 2023 and thanks again to a generous donation from Always, International Paper volunteers will hold more than 40 FemCare packing events at facilities across the company to provide feminine care products donated by Always . These kits will be distributed to schools and other organizations in packaging donated by International Paper to communities across the globe.

"At International Paper, we strongly believe in empowering girls and women," says Clay Ellis, senior vice president, Global Cellulose Fibers. "I want to thank Always for their continued partnership and express my immense gratitude for our IP team members for being a force for good in our communities. When girls and women have access to the products and resources they need each month, there's nothing they can't accomplish."

This collaboration between International Paper and Always aims to raise awareness and address the impacts of period poverty felt by girls and women around the world. It is essential to have an equal playing field and the time is now to #endperiodpoverty.

About International Paper
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of planet-friendly packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of North America's largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

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FAQ

What is International Paper's partnership with Always about?

International Paper is partnering with Always to address period poverty, aiming to provide menstrual health supplies to women globally.

How many menstrual kits were distributed by International Paper and Always in 2022?

In 2022, International Paper and Always distributed 25,000 kits, totaling over 600,000 menstrual health products.

What is the goal of the 2023 FemCare events by International Paper?

The goal is to provide feminine care products to communities worldwide, continuing the fight against period poverty.

What award did International Paper receive for its initiative against period poverty?

International Paper received an award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from the American Forest & Paper Association.

How does International Paper plan to expand its efforts in 2023?

International Paper plans to hold over 40 FemCare packing events in 2023 to provide menstrual health supplies.