The PROMO Nutri Com, local media group for nutrition of MiMaRoPa, together with NNC-MiMaRoPa, conducted the Marinduque Nutrition Stakeholders’ Forum at The Greenhills Elan Hotel Modern, San Juan City, on 28th of November 2014. The activity aimed to converge Marinduqueños’ efforts to intensify their fight against malnutrition. A total of fifty two (52) participants came consisting of health and nutrition workers; Local Chief Executive Representatives; SB Members; Non-Government Organization Representatives from Risen Savior Missions Phils., Rotary Club of Marinduque, and Christian Gospel Church in Gasan; and other Local Government Unit (LGU) Representatives. To pledge support and actions against malnutrition, Gov. Carmencita O. Reyes came as well, together with Congresswoman Regina O. Reyes, Hon. Mayor Russel Madrigal of Buenavista, Marinduque, and Dr. Diosdado Zulueta, President of Rotary Club of Marinduque.

Highlights of the said event were the presentation of the nutrition situation and programs of Marinduque, followed by sharing of best practices of Nutrition Victors namely Brgy. Captain Joel B. Tibayan of Brgy. Maharlika East, Tagaytay City, a known LGU who gives exemplified support to nutrition programs; and Administrative Officer Augusto M. Livelo of Mogpog, Marinduque, a recipient of the 1st Year CROWN Maintenance Award. Sister Marivic Destacamento, representative of the Risen Savior Missions Phils., also shared their efforts and significance in delivery of nutrition program as a Non-Government Organization.

To laud Marinduqueños for an admirable performance as partners in nutrition, OIC Santiago proclaimed her support and belief for the province’s aptitude to improve furthermore their actions towards a journey to a healthier Marinduque. Together with the rest of the Marinduque’s leaders in nutrition, Gov. Reyes led the declaration to end hunger and malnutrition in the province.