Breaking the Silence on

Hygiene Insecurity

A meeting at Kitty's Launderette focussing on developing a community-wide approach to tackling Hygiene Insecurity

Since 2024 Kitty’s have been working in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University to carry out research into how Hygiene Insecurity (also termed hygiene poverty) is affecting our community. The project aims to take a collaborative, community-led approach that encompasses interviews, focus groups and creative workshops. We hope that the research can help inform the creation of solutions that are designed by and for our neighbourhood.

What is Hygiene Insecurity?

Hygiene insecurity refers to the inability to access or afford basic hygiene products and facilities essential for personal cleanliness, health, and dignity.
This includes items like soap, toothpaste, deodorant, menstrual hygiene products, laundry detergent, and access to clean washing or bathing spaces.
It is also sometimes known as hygiene poverty, but “hygiene insecurity” is considered a less stigmatising term.

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