Sexual and reproductive health for boys with disabilities 

Focusing on a frequently overlooked group, this case introduced peer-led “Big Brother” programmes for boys with disabilities alongside parent exchange groups. The dual approach addresses stigma, isolation and lack of tailored SRHR education, recognising that inclusive health interventions must involve both children and caregivers.

A community-led menstrual health model

Students proposed an eight-week safe space programme where girls and women gain menstrual health knowledge, learn to produce reusable menstrual products, and develop basic economic skills. The model addresses menstruation not only as a health issue, but also as one shaped by stigma, safety,silence and economic constraints – with long-term sustainability rooted in community ownership.

Team members: Shaili Mahdavipour (Law), Kathrine Bækkelund Randdal Hansen (Political Science) and Vanessa Karamy (Law)

Community adoption of biogas through education

Building on existing biogas initiatives in Kibera, students proposed integrating biogas into school science curricula and organising community demonstration days. By engaging students, families and schools, the intervention aims to reduce reliance on charcoal, improve health outcomes and foster long-term community ownership of clean energy solutions.

Team members: Anna Bonde Hinke (Public Health), Mathilde Sten Nielsen (Anthropology), Helena Gyldenlev (Anthropology) and Bettina Buchholtz (Middle Eastern Studies)

Micro-finance for sustainable WASH access

This case explored how trust-based, zero-interest savings circles could enable families with low socio-economic backgrounds to access water and sanitation services without falling into debt. The model challenges traditional loan-based systems by prioritising trust, empowerment and environmental co-benefits over profit alone.

Team members: Freja Myrup Høg (Economics),Lotus Yip Bargejani (Sociology), Willads Ferdinand Pfeiffer (Health and Informatics), and Yaasir Abdullahi Mohamed Gabeyre (Health and Informatics).

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Ambassador Dalia Awadh introduces the importance of the SDGs and how they can be used in practice.