Bauang, La Union- With the aim of enhancing the knowledge and skills of Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNSs) on nutrition through capacity building and continuing education, the LUPang Ilocos Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) Federation, Inc. in coordination with the National Nutrition Council- Regional Office I held its 1st Nutrition Symposium and General Assembly last February 17, 2015 at Marand Resort and Spa, Bauang, La Union which was attended by around 50 officers from the regional, provincial and city BNS Federations.
The event was highlighted with presentations and discussions on Basic Computer and Documentation Processes by Mr. Cesar O. Obar, Publisher, Weekly City Bulletin and Ms. Joan Gonzales, of the Information Communication Technology (ICT), DOH-ROI, respectively. The presentations gave BNSs a wider and deeper appreciation of their roles and responsibilities as frontline workers in their respective communities.
Regional Nutrition Program Coordinator of NNC-ROI, Ma. Eileen B. Blanco emphasized in her message that the said symposium is designed to capacitate each BNS on how to document and package best practices in nutrition program implementation.
Ms. Nory E. Estoesta, LUPang Ilocos BNS Federation, Inc. President, delivered the President’s Report while, Ms. Josephine O. Ganuelas, LUPang Ilocos BNS Federation, Inc. Treasurer, delivered the financial report of the Federation. Proposed amendments of the Federation’s Constitution and By-Laws were presented by Ms. Estoesta which was unanimously approved by the body.
The activity was also an opportunity for BNSs to be updated on coming events of the NNC such as the forthcoming National BNS Congress for North Luzon to be held in Vigan City on 15-16 April 2015 and 2015 Nutrition Month Celebration with the Theme “Timbang iwasto, sa tamang nutrisyon at ehersisyo!”(GJN/KPAG)
