The Institute of Human Nutrition and Food, College of Human Ecology of the University of the Philippines, Los Ba?os (UPLB) as commissioned by the National Nutrition Council conducted the two (2) batches of Training of Trainers on Basic Course for Barangay Nutrition Scholars. Last September 24-28, 2012 held at RoadHaus Hotel in General Santos City. The objective of the training is to enhance th capacity of the members of the nutrition committees in training the BNSs who have a pivotal roles in the improvement of their community’s nutrition situation. The simultaneous training was attended by a total of 52 participants from the Provinces of Sarangani (17), Sultan Kudarat (25), South Cotabato (2), Cotabato Province (2), and the cities of Koronadal (2) Tacurong (2), and General Santos City (2). NPC Latonio attended the opening on September 24 and gave her inspirational and welcome message.

The participants in the two batches of training ended with a smile on their face for the knowledge attitudes and skills gained, and the friendship that develops. They are all so grateful/thankful to the UPLB team for the excellent facilitation of the training, and to the National Nutrition Council for the opportunity and provision of funding support. Truly, this is a dream come true. They have been a health & nutrition worker for 1-2 decades, but just have had attended this kind of excellent training that is equally important for the effective performance of one’s roles and functions, and eventually well-versed in nutrition program management. NPC Latonio in her closing message, parted with words that commits to generate funds for the roll-out training from Non-Government Organization and will provide technical assistance when needed.