Wellington City Mission partners up with Soap for Society for another year

The untold side of poverty is one that content creator Lucy Revill
aims to shed more light on.

Hygiene poverty can be regarded as the often less talked about issue
in society, prompting Ms Revill to come up with Soap for Society, a hygiene
drive to bring in soap, moisturiser and sanitary items for those living in
serious need.

After an incredibly successful inaugural drive in 2018, Soap for
Society and The Wellington City Mission are excited to be joining forces for
another year. Aiming to create fulfilment by providing the little things in
life to those in need, it is again another opportunity to walk the talk on the
untold side of poverty. Says Lucy Revill.

“There are so many things in life that we often take for granted. At
the very heart of Soap for Society is my unrelenting belief that even our most
vulnerable deserve to feel beautiful, cleansed and comfortable in their own
skin.

“True and absolute empowerment can come from the little things in
life, from a bar of soap and a face mask, to shampoo and conditioner and
shaving foam.

“Last year, The Mission and I were overwhelmed by the generous support
of those who gave. We were inundated with crates of sanitary pads, body wash,
shampoo and moisturisers, which shows the generosity of people and their
understanding of the impact of hygiene poverty. 

“Hygiene poverty is a nation-wide issue and isn’t just exclusive to
one community, demographic or gender.

“This year we’re really excited to also have both Auckland and
Christchurch City Mission’s on board the drive. This means more people can
continue to feel a sense of dignity and self-respect. Hygiene poverty is a
national issue.” Says Lucy Revill. 

For the people that go to The Wellington City Mission for support or even a shower, providing products like soap and shampoo and sanitary items can go a significant way to restoring their pride and dignity. Says Bridget Child, The Mission’s Marketing and Fundraising Manager.

“People experience homelessness through no
fault of their own and their circumstances often mean they’re not able to
afford life’s necessities. Providing hygiene products helps to give them back
some autonomy over how they look and feel.

“Creating fullness of life starts from
providing for and supporting people with the basics they need to live
confidently each and every day. Whether it be in the form of a skill or
product, we have to start somewhere.” Says Bridget Child.

Lucy Revill has also put out a call-to-action
to corporates and businesses challenging them to get on board and support this
crucial drive.

This year, Soap for Society will run from Monday 23 September to Friday 27 September 2019. Hygiene products can be dropped off to The Wellington City Mission, Gordon Place, Newtown.

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Media contact: Kieran Meredith, 027 879 2336