DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION · Awarded contract
Awarded

Research on Period Products Scheme Guidance for 16-19 Education Settings

Awarded 08 Sep 2019

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Awarded08 Sep 2019
Value£21,177.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 7y ago2mo term
Awarded 8 Sept 2019Expired 1 Nov 2019

The Department for Education awarded a contract to Hopscotch Consulting Limited for research to inform guidance on the free period products scheme for schools and institutions delivering 16-19 education.

The research engaged approximately 50 learners to understand their expectations of the scheme, identify risks and barriers in different delivery approaches, and explore how scheme design can tackle period stigma.

The contract value was AUD 21,177.

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