MEMS Supporting Their Local Community

MEMS works with local Initiative to tackle hygiene poverty

Supporting Communities with Essential Resources

At the end of 2024, MEMS Power Generation collaborated with The Medway Hygiene Bank to address hygiene poverty in Medway, Kent. This initiative allowed us to contribute to an important cause and demonstrate our commitment to supporting communities where we operate.

Hygiene poverty continues to impact millions, creating barriers to work, education, and personal well-being. Through this collaboration, MEMS aimed to help individuals access essential hygiene products that many take for granted.

Medway Hygiene Bank

How MEMS Made a Difference

The Medway Hygiene Bank redistributes essential hygiene items such as toothpaste, deodorant, and sanitary products to those in need, helping to combat the often-overlooked issue of hygiene poverty. MEMS supported their efforts by setting up a convenient collection point at our HQ, encouraging staff to donate a variety of essential products. Alongside this, we ran an internal awareness campaign to highlight the importance of hygiene poverty and inspire our team to take action. By making it simple and accessible for staff to get involved, we were able to contribute to a meaningful cause that aligns with our commitment to supporting the wider community.

Why It Mattered

Access to basic hygiene products can transform lives by promoting dignity, improving well-being, and removing barriers to everyday opportunities such as work, education, and social interaction. Many people face challenges in accessing these essentials, which can lead to feelings of exclusion and a loss of self-confidence. By supporting The Medway Hygiene Bank, MEMS was able to contribute to alleviating this issue, ensuring that those in need received the items necessary for their daily lives. While our role was just one part of a larger effort, it reinforced our commitment to making a tangible difference in the community.

Continuing the Conversation

The initiative has inspired conversations within MEMS about how we can continue supporting important causes in the future. Addressing hygiene poverty is a significant challenge that requires collective effort, and this collaboration demonstrated how businesses and communities can make a real difference when they work together.

At MEMS, we are considering how future initiatives could align with our commitment to the community and create lasting positive change. Hygiene poverty is a pressing issue, and every contribution helps ensure that more people have access to the essentials they need.

For more information about The Hygiene Bank and how you can get involved, visit The Hygiene Bank website.