Scottish group appoints man as menstruation dignity officer, draws flak

A Scottish group has appointed a man as first ever regional lead for period dignity. Jason Grant's appointment in Scotland's Tay region has evoked severe criticisms. However, the group has defended their choice and decision.

A part of Grant's job would be to discuss menopause issues while distributing free period products in public areas as a part of the Period Dignity Working group.

He worked as a student wellbeing officer in a college earlier.


Several people were not happy with the decision and would prefer a female for the role. Tennis legend Martina Navratilova tweeted, "Have we ever tried to explain to men how to shave or how to take care of their prostate or whatever?!? This is absurd."

Charlotte Proudman, a barrister, said one in ten girls in the UK could not afford menstrual products. Recounting how girls in school used sanitary pads as tampons were not affordable, she asked how Grant would have any experience of this and how a woman should be leading this charge.

Period Dignity Working group looked for a person who had a successful experience in empowering and engaging a large range of people who come from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. It focused on young girls that menstruate.

Following public scrutiny, a spokesperson of the group said Grant is the most qualified person for the role. Grant stated that he knew his appointment would raise tough questions, but he would try to be a good male role model. He also said that he would like young boys and girls to be involved in the drive to help remove the taboo around it.