Valencia City Nutrition Committee

13/10/2026

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 of the 𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 with the theme, “𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘣𝘪𝘴𝘺𝘰, 𝘗𝘢𝘨𝘬𝘢𝘬𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘢 𝘢𝘵 𝘋𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘬𝘢𝘴𝘺𝘰𝘯: 𝘌𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘯 𝘉𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘺 𝘕𝘶𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘚𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘴"

📍Kaamulan Folk Arts Theater, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon
🗓️ 22-24 September 2026

Video: Melody D. Nailon, CMU BSND Intern

12/10/2026

📰 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗠𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶-𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮
📍Valencia City

𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝟭𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆
✍🏼 by Jefferson T. Baliguat

The Valencia City Nutrition Committee held its 10th City Nutrition Awarding Ceremony on September 17, 2026, at the CAP Building in Valencia City, celebrating the dedication and accomplishments of individuals, barangays, schools, and local nutrition stakeholders who contributed to improving the city’s nutrition situation.

The event was led by the City Nutrition Committee (CNC), through the City Nutrition and Human Physical Development Division (CNHPDD) and its Nutrition Surveillance Section. It brought together Barangay Nutrition Committees (BNCs), Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNSs), members of the City Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation Team (CNMET), and other local nutrition stakeholders and partners.

Following the opening ceremonies, Hon. City Councilor Jerusha Cadigal-Recla, Chairperson of the Committee on Health, Sanitation, and Other Medical Services of Valencia City, delivered the welcome message and highlighted the importance of recognizing the achievements and contributions of nutrition stakeholders in improving nutrition in the city.

A message from Hon. Mayor Amie G. Galario and CNC Chairperson, delivered by her Executive Assistant, Mr. Bob Maningo, likewise underscored the local government’s continuing support for nutrition programs and the importance of sustained collaboration among different sectors in addressing the nutrition needs of communities.

The gathering also featured a message from guest speaker Mr. Reginaldo T. Guillen, MPA, Nutrition Program Coordinator and Officer-in-Charge of the National Nutrition Council Region X. He highlighted the significance of the NNC logo, particularly its spoons, which symbolize nourishment and the shared responsibility of promoting adequate nutrition. He emphasized the vital role of local nutrition focal persons in translating nutrition policies and plans into action through community programs, monitoring, education, advocacy, coordination, and direct engagement with families and communities.

Meanwhile, Vice Mayor Greizl Galario-Fernandez, represented by City Councilor Bryan Rosal, delivered an inspirational message encouraging participants and awardees to continue their commitment to nutrition. She reinforced the value of recognizing local achievements while motivating nutrition workers and stakeholders to sustain their efforts and strengthen cooperation toward healthier communities.

Before the awarding proper, CMU BSND4 interns Mr. Jefferson Baliguat and Ms. Dawn Jazreen Cortel entertained the audience with musical performances.
The presentation of awards followed, with the first set of awardees including Barangay Mailag, led by Ms. Cecil K. Mier, which received the Best Backyard Garden award; Guinuyoran Central School, recognized as Best School Garden; Barangay Nabag-o, named Best Communal Garden; and the Barangay Nabag-o Nutrition Committee Office, which received the Best Barangay Nutrition Committee Office award.

Before the program proceeded to the next set of recognitions, the Valencia City Band entertained the audience with a series of musical performances.
The second set of awards recognized individuals and groups for their outstanding commitment to implementing nutrition programs at the local level. Barangay Lumbo was named Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Committee, while Irene I. Dela Rosa of Barangay Concepcion received the Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar award. CNPC Julie Ann Colipano Brigoli, RND, was recognized as Outstanding City Nutrition Program Coordinator.

The ceremony continued with the recognition of the Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation (MELLPI) 2026 focal persons. The recognition honored individuals who contributed to the monitoring and assessment of local nutrition programs, supporting documentation, program improvement, and evidence-based planning for future interventions.

Following the awarding ceremonies, selected awardees shared their messages and reflections.

Hon. Mark Ryan Fuego, representing the Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Committee of Barangay Lumbo, expressed appreciation for the recognition and emphasized the collective effort of the barangay nutrition committee in implementing programs responsive to community needs. He also highlighted the active participation and cooperation of Barangay Lumbo residents as essential to making nutrition programs meaningful and sustainable.

Meanwhile, Ms. Irene I. Dela Rosa, the Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar from Barangay Concepcion, shared her appreciation for the recognition while reflecting on the dedication required of BNSs in carrying out their responsibilities. BNS Dela Rosa highlighted the important role of BNSs in working directly with families, monitoring nutrition status, providing education, mobilizing communities, and supporting the implementation of nutrition programs. She emphasized that the recognition also honored the collective hard work, perseverance, and grassroots service of all BNSs in Valencia City in identifying nutrition concerns and connecting families to appropriate services.

The program concluded with the closing remarks of CNAO Dondonayos, who expressed appreciation to the guests, awardees, nutrition workers, local government officials, partners, and participants, while emphasizing that the recognition should inspire continued collaboration and improvement in Valencia City’s nutrition programs.

The ceremony underscored that improving nutrition is a shared responsibility, with the accomplishments of the awardees serving as a reminder of the collective effort needed to build healthier and better-nourished communities.

12/10/2026

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹, 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹: 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱
by CMU BSND OJT Alexa Mae Angel Garces

Food packages can be colorful, convincing, and carefully designed to catch the eye, but its appearance does not tell the whole story. Behind the claims and attractive images are numbers, ingredients, and details that reveal what we are actually eating. After all, “low fat,” “high in fiber,” and “no added sugar” sound reassuring, but the label deserves more than a quick glance. This also supports the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN) 2023–2028, which promotes healthier diets and better nutrition practices. Reading food labels helps consumers become more conscious of their food choices and build healthier eating habits.

In the Philippines, only 63.7% of Filipino consumers read food product labels, while 77.7% only check the expiration date and 20.6% read nutrition facts before purchasing. These findings were reported in the 2021 Expanded National Nutrition Survey (ENNS) conducted by the Department of Science and Technology–Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI).

In a marketplace where packaging often speaks louder than nutrition, knowing how to read labels gives consumers a clearer picture of their choices. The Nutrition Facts panel, ingredients list, and nutrition claims can reveal what a package cannot say in bold. Sometimes, the smartest choice is simply knowing where to look.

The question is, how do we read nutrition facts and food labels?

𝟭. 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Begin by checking the serving size and how many servings are in the package. The serving size shows the amount of food represented by the nutrition information, usually given in familiar units such as cups or pieces, followed by its weight in grams. It is important to remember that serving size is not the recommended amount to eat. Servings per container indicate how many servings are in the package. Since calories and nutrients are listed per serving, eating two servings means consuming twice the listed amounts.

𝟮. 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀
Next, look at the calories per serving to determine how much energy the food provides. If you eat the entire package, multiply the calories per serving by the number of servings in the container to estimate your total intake. This is important because consuming more servings than intended can significantly increase calorie intake.

𝟯. 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
The nutrient section shows the amounts of macronutrients (carbohydrates, protein, and fat) and micronutrients (calcium, iron, sodium, potassium, and vitamins). Choose foods that provide nutrients your body needs, particularly dietary fiber, calcium, iron, potassium, and vitamins, while limiting nutrients that should be consumed in moderation, including saturated fat, trans fat, sodium, and added sugars. Remember that total sugars may include naturally occurring sugars, while added sugars are those incorporated during processing or preparation. When comparing similar products, choose those with more beneficial nutrients and less of those you need to limit.

𝟰. 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲
The percentage of nutrient intake helps show how much a nutrient contributes to the recommended daily intake. In the Philippines, nutrient recommendations are based on the Recommended Energy and Nutrient Intakes (RENI), now incorporated into the Philippine Dietary Reference Intakes (PDRI), and the “Percent Daily Value (%DV)” for not locally manufactured food products. The %DV or %RENI helps determine if a serving of food product contains high or low nutrient value in which it contributes to the total daily diet, depending on the applicable labeling guidelines. Some products may also carry the “Sangkap Pinoy Seal”, indicating fortification with nutrients such as vitamin A, iron, or iodine under Philippine food fortification regulations. These details can help consumers compare products and make more informed choices.

𝟱. 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹𝘀
A food label provides key information about a product, including its date marking (Use By, Sell By, Best Before & Expiration Date), product name, and net weight. It also lists ingredients in descending order by weight, provides nutrition information per serving or per g/ml, and gives usage instructions for storage or use. Lastly, the manufacturer’s details identify the name and address of the manufacturer, importer, or distributor.

Reading food labels is consistent with our country’s food guides including the 10 Kumainments, the simplified Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos that encourage moderation, variety, balance, nutritious food choices, and healthy eating habits.

Moreover, the provisions of Republic Act No. 8172 (ASIN Law) and the Republic Act No. 8976 (Philippine Food Fortification Act) can also be found in the food labels. RA 8172, promotes the use of adequately iodized salt through the Saktong Iodine sa Asin Seal, while RA 8976 requires the fortification of selected staple foods with essential nutrients and supports voluntary fortification through the Sangkap Pinoy Seal. Knowing these guidelines and recognizing fortification information on labels can help consumers make more informed choices and support healthier diets.

With all this in mind, remember: a package may catch your eye, but the label gives you the facts. The next time you shop, take a few extra seconds to check, compare, and choose wisely. After all, when it comes to food, don't just eat what looks good, but read what's good for you.

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12/10/2026

𝐂𝐌𝐔-𝐁𝐒𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐒 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘 | 𝟑𝟎𝟎 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐃

The 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗖𝗡𝗛𝗣𝗗𝗗) proudly recognizes the successful completion of the 𝟯𝟬𝟬-𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗣𝗛𝗡) 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗺 of eight (8) 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 (𝗕𝗦𝗡𝗗) student interns from Central Mindanao University (CMU).

From 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟬 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, the interns participated in various city and barangay-level nutrition programs, activities, and initiatives, gaining valuable experiences and applying their academic knowledge in actual community settings.

The eight interns are Shalyn Queen Arot, Jefferson Baliguat, Dawn Jazreen Cortel, Klein Melencion, Hannah Joy Parel, Khyla Loujane Sarong, Kathleen Cuyos Sususco and Ghiems Ryl Tan.

The culmination activity was made more meaningful by the presence of 𝗗𝗿. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗰 𝗕. 𝗟𝗮𝘇𝗮𝗿, 𝗥𝗡𝗗, 𝗗𝗠, together with 𝗖𝗡𝗔𝗢 𝗛𝗮𝘇𝗲𝗹 𝗣. 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘆𝗼𝘀, 𝗥𝗡𝗗, 𝗠𝗚𝗔, and 𝗖𝗡𝗣𝗖 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗻 𝗖. 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗶, 𝗥𝗡𝗗, 𝗟𝗣𝗧, and the interns’ assigned CNPCs, whose guidance and support contributed to their practicum journey.

Congratulations to our eight CMU-BSND interns! 🎉🧀 The CNHPDD extends its heartfelt appreciation for your dedication, teamwork, and valuable contributions to community nutrition. May the lessons and experiences you have gained guide you as you pursue your journey toward becoming competent and compassionate Registered Nutritionist-Dietitians. 🍏

11/10/2026

𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐍𝐔𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐑 (𝐁𝐍𝐒) 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇𝐋𝐘 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 💚

The Barangay Nutrition Scholar (BNS) Meeting was successfully conducted on 𝑶𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒃𝒆𝒓 𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, at the 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐏𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐁𝐮𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐨𝐧, bringing together the dedicated Barangay Nutrition Scholars from the different barangays of Valencia City to discuss important matters, share updates, and strengthen their commitment to improving community nutrition.

The meeting was facilitated by 𝗖𝗡𝗔𝗢 𝗛𝗮𝘇𝗲𝗹 𝗣. 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘆𝗼𝘀, 𝗥𝗡𝗗, 𝗠𝗚𝗔; 𝗖𝗡𝗣𝗖𝘀 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗶, 𝗥𝗡𝗗, 𝗟𝗣𝗧; 𝗕𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻; 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝗯𝗶𝗼, 𝗥𝗡𝗗; 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗵 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘇 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗲, 𝗥𝗡𝗗; 𝗠𝘆𝗿𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗮𝘇𝗼, 𝗥𝗡𝗗; 𝗬𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗮; 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗡𝗣𝗖 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗮𝘆.

📌 𝐾𝑒𝑦 𝐴𝑔𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑎 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑀𝑎𝑡𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑠 𝐷𝑖𝑠𝑐𝑢𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑑:
BNS President’s Report
BNS Treasurer’s Report
DSP – NutriPak, Tofu, and Assorted Commodities
BNS TEV – Province
BNS SSS
DCNPCAP Raffle Tickets
CMU Interns’ Culmination Submission of BNS Third Quarter Reports
BNS Civil Service Eligibility CNPC’s Report

The meeting served as an important avenue for coordination, reporting, and collaboration among nutrition workers.

Thank you to all the facilitators and Barangay Nutrition Scholars for your active participation, and continued commitment to building healthier communities!

✍ : Khyla Loujane Sarong
📸 : Khyla Loujane Sarong & Dawn Jazzreen Cortel
🖼 : Shalyn Queen Arot

10/10/2026

𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗟𝗔 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛𝗬 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The City Nutrition and Human Physical Development Division (CNHPDD) proudly participated in the Pinasigla HEALTHY YOUth FAIR 2026, organized by the Valencia City Youth Development Office, providing free medical and healthcare services to the youth.

As part of the activity, CNHPDD assisted in taking anthropometric measurements, including height and weight, and calculating the Body Mass Index (BMI) to help assess participants’ nutritional status and promote awareness of their health and nutrition.

Through initiatives like this, we continue to support a healthier and more empowered youth by encouraging proper nutrition, regular health monitoring, and healthy lifestyle practices. Because 𝙞𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙤𝙛 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣 𝙖 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚!

✍️ & 🖼️: Shalyn Queen Arot
📸: Ghiems Ryl Tan, Khyla Loujane Sarong, Shalyn Queen Arot
🎨 Event branding/sticker courtesy of the Valencia City Youth Development Office

09/10/2026

𝐁𝐍𝐂 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐍𝐀𝐏 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐥𝐚𝐠

The Barangay Nutrition Committee (BNC) of Banlag gathered for its BNC Planning Workshop and BNAP Formulation 2026. The program was facilitated by 𝗖𝗡𝗣𝗖 𝗜𝗱𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗹, MGA. It began with the preliminaries and welcome message of 𝗛𝗼𝗻. 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘇. BNC Vision and Mission was then presented by 𝗕𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘇, followed by 𝗕𝗡𝗦 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝘂𝘆𝗮, who shared the barangay’s nutrition profile and current nutrition situation.

𝗖𝗡𝗣𝗖 𝗟𝘂𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝘇, RND, also reviewed the committee’s organizational structure and the responsibilities of its members. Highlighting the value of making nutrition a local priority, CMU BSND Intern 𝗗𝗮𝘄𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝘇𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗹 facilitated the session on Why Invest in Nutrition, emphasizing how nutrition investments contribute to healthier families and a more productive community.

The workshop then moved to sectoral planning, allowing them to identify concerns and develop proposed interventions suited to their respective sectors with the guidance of the CNPCs. The activity continued with the presentation of outputs, showcasing their proposed actions and collective contributions to the barangay’s nutrition. 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗱 𝗝𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘂 𝗦. 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗽𝘂𝗮𝗻 delivered the closing remarks, bringing the session to a close.

By bringing local leaders and nutrition stakeholders together, the activity provided an opportunity to align community needs with practical plans and strengthen the barangay’s commitment to improving nutrition outcomes.

𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘀, 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀, & 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Dawn Jazreen Cortel

09/10/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚’𝐚𝐦 𝐘𝐨𝐥𝐚!

08/10/2026

We are grateful to the National Nutrition Council Regional Nutrition Office X for recognizing and celebrating the continued efforts of the Valencia City Nutrition Committee (CNC), Barangay Nutrition Committees (BNCs), Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNSs), and our dedicated nutrition partners during the Valencia City Nutrition Awarding Ceremony held on September 17, 2026.

Our heartfelt appreciation to NPC Reginaldo T. Guillen for sharing an inspiring message and reminding us that nutrition is a shared responsibility—strengthened through collective action, leadership, commitment, and teamwork.

Congratulations to all the awardees and everyone behind these achievements! Your dedication continues to bring us closer to our goal of Nutrisyong Sapat Para sa Lahat. 💚

Together, let us continue working hand in hand toward healthier and more nourished communities in Valencia City.

Daghang salamat, NNC X! 💚

𝗡𝗡𝗖 𝗥𝗡𝗢 𝗫 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

6 October 2026, Cagayan de Oro City — The National Nutrition Council (NNC) Regional Nutrition Office (RNO) X through Nutrition Program Coordinator and Officer In-Charge Reginaldo T. Guillen and Project Development Officer (PDO) I Candice Margarette Mongas attended the Valencia City Nutrition Awarding Ceremony on 17 September 2026 at the CAP Auditorium, Valencia City. The event was organized by the City Nutrition and Human Physical Development Division (CNHPDD) headed by City Nutrition Action Officer (CNAO) Hazel P. Dondonayos. It brought together the City Nutrition Committee (CNC), Barangay Nutrition Committees (BNCs), Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNSs), and LGU partners.

City Councilor Jerusha Cadigal Recla, Co-Chair of the CNC warmly welcomed the participants and guests; she highlighted the collective efforts of individuals and organizations who contributed to improving the nutritional well-being of the Valencianos.

Following the welcome remarks, a message from City Mayor and Chairperson of the CNC Amie G. Galario, represented by Executive Assistant Bob Maningo, conveyed the City Government’s continued support for nutrition programs and the dedicated individuals working at the community level. An inspirational message from Vice Mayor Greizl Galario-Fernandez, represented by City Councilor Ryan Rosal, likewise delivered the appreciation to the efforts of nutrition workers in promoting better nutrition and healthier communities.

NPC Guillen served as the Guest Speaker of the event. In his message, he stressed nutrition is a shared responsibility, with national policies providing direction while the LGU, Local Nutrition Committees, and Local Nutrition Focal Points play important roles in translating these policies into effective programs and interventions at the community level. He emphasized that the success of nutrition programs depends on the collective action of the entire local nutrition team, with local officials providing direction, leadership, and support, and nutrition workers ensuring the effective implementation of interventions on the ground. He also congratulated the awardees and encouraged them to continue strengthening their efforts to address malnutrition in their respective communities.
After the series of messages is the awarding ceremony, which recognized the outstanding BNCs, BNC Office, outstanding BNS, and outstanding City Nutrition Program Coordinator, as well as the Best Backyard Garden, Best School Garden, and Best Communal Garden. The City Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation Team was also recognized for its contribution to monitoring and supporting the implementation of nutrition programs in Valencia City.

The celebration concluded with the closing remarks of CNAO Dondanayos, who expressed heartfelt gratitude to all guests, partners, nutrition workers, and stakeholders for their valuable contributions to the successful CNAC.

NNC RNO X commended the CNHPDD led by CNAO Dondonayos, for its continued efforts in coordinating and the implementation of nutrition programs across the city. They were likewise encouraged to sustain the responsive and effective nutrition interventions that reach communities to achieve the Nutrisyong Sapat Para sa Lahat!

(Project Development Officer I Candice Margarette Mongas/[email protected]/ 09631090198)

08/10/2026

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