This teen boy set out to get people talking about periods. He's now a Diana honoree

Nov 7, 2026 · Kamala Thiagarajan

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This teen boy set out to get people talking about periods. He's now a Diana honoree

Aadvik Jain (third from right) has won a Princess Diana award for starting Team Period to counter menstrual stigma. He

This year's the Princess Diana honor roll highlights 198 inspiring young activists and advocates — including an 18-year-old guy in India who founded Team Period.

(Image credit: Team Period)