05/05/2026
DILG Calubian Joins BNAP Enhancement Activity in Calubian
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Calubian actively participated in the Barangay Nutrition Action Plan (BNAP) Enhancement Activity held from May 5 to 7, 2026, at the Calubian Civic Center.
The three-day activity, spearheaded by the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Calubian through its Rural Health Unit, aims to strengthen the capacity of barangay officials and stakeholders in crafting responsive and effective nutrition action plans. Participating in the activity are Punong Barangays, Barangay Secretaries, Barangay Treasurers, and Barangay Nutrition Scholars, all of whom play vital roles in the planning and implementation of nutrition programs at the grassroots level.
During the activity, MLGOO Ricardo Gio delivered a key discussion on the topic, โAno ang BNAP?โ providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Barangay Nutrition Action Plan, its components, and its significance in local governance and development planning. His discussion emphasized the importance of aligning barangay-level plans with broader municipal strategies.
Municipal Mayor Marciano A. Batiancela, Jr. also graced the activity and underscored the importance of prioritizing nutrition initiatives. He highlighted that investments in nutrition are essential to building a healthier and more productive community, calling on local officials to remain committed to the cause.
A key highlight of the activity is the identification of Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs) under the BNAP, which are targeted to be integrated into the Municipal Nutrition Action Plan (MNAP) and the Annual Investment Program (AIP) of the municipality and the barangays. This alignment ensures that nutrition interventions are adequately funded, coordinated, and sustained across all levels of local governance.
The BNAP Enhancement Activity is expected to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to develop more strategic, data-driven, and sustainable nutrition plans, ultimately contributing to the reduction of malnutrition cases in the municipality. The DILGโs participation further reflects its continued support for initiatives that promote responsive governance and improved delivery of basic services at the barangay level.