The Violet Project

One of the coolest parts of learning about health is realizing how connected everything is. Your hormones don’t just influence your menstrual cycle—they can also affect your skin, mood, digestion, sleep, and even your gums.

The body is full of connections we don’t always hear about in school, and we’re here to share them. 💜

Want to learn more about this topic? Check these out!

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10114131/

https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/adult-oral-care/what-is-menstruation-gingivitis-how-womens-periods-affect-gum-health

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12131131/

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Societal stigma over your identity can be detrimental to mental health. The Trevor Project estimates that more than 1.8 million LGBTQ+ young people (ages 13-24) seriously consider su***de each year in the U.S. and at least one attempts su***de every 45 seconds. Prioritizing your mental health is more important than you realize. Visit https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/ for more resources and how to care for your mental well being. To speak to a counselor visit https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/ or call 1-866-488-7386

Breaking the stigma around asking for help can lead to healthier lives and stronger communities.

Sexually transmitted infections often do not show any symptoms! That’s why it’s important to get tested regularly before and after engaging in s*xual activity. Violet offers free testing services, so no need to worry about where to get it done!

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For the 2026 World Cup, Toronto Public Health launched a free condom campaign with soccer-themed designs to reduce STI spread, which health experts say increases during major international events due to large crowds and celebrations. Our version? Violet project’s free condoms on our website!

https://www.violetproject.org/store

Want to learn more about the World Cup condom campaigns? Check these out!

- https://people.com/toronto-giving-out-free-world-cup-themed-condoms-during-tournament-11978582
- https://www.cbsnews.com/atlanta/news/ahf-launches-world-cup-themed-condom-billboard-campaign-ahead-of-fifa-2026/

In 2016, the US Department of Health and Human Services implemented Section 1557 under the Affordable Care Act prohibiting discrimination on the basis of gender identity. Medically necessary care, including transition-related care, cannot be denied to you based on gender identity or s*x. Know your rights and take control of your health! Learn more at:https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/2016-report-with-cover.pdf 🌈

Sexual and reproductive health is for everyone. Everyone deserves to feel seen, respected, and empowered to make informed decisions about their health. *xualhealth