Thesis title: Menstrual Health in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Case Study from Zambia
Begun: October 2019
Qualifications:
2019 – present PhD in Regional and Political Geography, Department of Social Geography and Regional Development, Faculty of Science, Charles University
2017 – 2019 Master´s degree in Global Tourism Development, Faculty of Humanities, Aalborg University Copenhagen
2013 – 2017 Bachelor's degree in Marketing Communications and Public Relations, Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University
Research:
Even though it is a natural bodily function, menstruation is often experienced negatively in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). It presents a barrier to gender equality and is associated with various adverse effects on psychological, social, health, and economic well-being. These issues are particularly pronounced in the context of African countries where the specific cultural and social norms around menstrual practices and products can notably amplify problems stemming from the limited access to resources. My research is concerned with the broad menstrual experience of women and involves a perspective of menstrual justice. Using a study from Zambia, the project examines factors and challenges influencing menstrual health in a context and explores whether and how these challenges can be overcome by a specific intervention.
Teaching:
Subsaharská Afrika
Contemporary Trends in Development Studies
External activities
Member of the Erasmus club board
Coordinator of Young Caritas activities at Global development education department of Caritas Czech Republic