NNC MIMAROPA convenes academe networks in MIMAROPA Region for a Virtual Orientation on Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement this 8th day of April 2022, 9:00 AM to 12:00 NN via Zoom Application.
The activity was presided by NPC-OIC Ma. Eileen B. Blanco and participated by Ms. Aimee Bermudez of Divine Word College – Calapan City, Dr. Arnolfo Monleon of Marinduque State College – Torrijos Campus, Mr. Mac Masagca of Mindoro State University, Ms. Lanie of Divine Word College – San Jose, Occidental Mindoro, and Ms. Olga Eledia of Romblon State University.
PNFP Jhanna Torres projected the nutrition situation at the national and regional levels. Various forms of malnutrition were differentiated – wasting, stunting, micronutrient deficiency, and overweight and obesity. Also, the 2021 e-OPT Plus Results were reported to help participants view the current situation of pre-school children and indigenous peoples in MIMAROPA Region.
PNFP Nichole Loyola gave an overview on the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition. Affected populations and causes of malnutrition among children were discussed. It has been emphasized that well-nourished children in the first 1000 days are a) 10 times more likely to overcome life-threatening diseases such as measles and diarrhea, b) complete 4.6 more grades in school, c) capability to earn 21% more in wages as adults, and d) have healthier families in the adulthood.
NO III Camille Chen characterized the Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement. Its goals and objectives, expected efforts from the academe networks, and advantages to be gained from cooperating to this endeavor were highlighted. Finally, Dr. Monleon committed to deliver his state of support to the SUN Movement as representative of the academe network.
NNC MIMAROPA aspires to have an extensive and active involvement from MIMAROPA SUN Academe Networks for a synergistic effort in eliminating all forms of malnutrition regionwide and raise a Laking 1000 new generation of Filipinos as they compass their full potential.
Written by: PNFP Nichole Loyola
