Reclaiming Period Power: Sarah Ripper on Menstrual Equity, Ethics & Building Myoni

In this session, Sarah Ripper, Co-Founder of Myoni, discusses how her social enterprise is challenging menstrual taboos and reshaping how we think about period care. Myoni creates ethical, Australian-made menstrual products with a mission far beyond profit — it’s about driving a paradigm shift in how we talk about menstruation, sustainability, and cycle awareness. Sarah shares her journey from working across the arts, community, and wellness sectors to founding a business rooted in impact, integrity, and creative innovation. She reflects on what sets Myoni apart from competitors, the courage it took to start, and how she builds the resilience to keep showing up in a space still shaped by stigma.

Topics covered: 

  • Design
  • Women
  • Conversation
  • Product design
  • Sexism 

About Sarah Ripper:

Sarah is the Co-Founder of Myoni, a purpose-driven social enterprise creating Australian-made ethical & eco-menstrual-based products. Sarah has worked within the arts, community, entertainment, well-being and business sectors in Australia and internationally. She is passionate about working holistically to support people to expand their potential in living in alignment with who they are and what they value through cycle awareness, impact-led projects & creatively innovative living.

Connect with Sarah Ripper on LinkedIn on here.