Baclayon, Bohol - The Municipal Nutrition Committee (MNC) of Baclayon spearheaded by its Chair and Mayor A. Alvin Uy held a 3-year Barangay Nutrition Action Plan (BNAP) workshop on 27 December 2022 at the Baclayon Cultural Center of  this town. 

The workshop was attended by 19 participants composed of the barangay nutrition scholars, the barangay treasurers, and the barangay captains from  17 barangays of the municipality. The activity was funded by the municipal health office led by Mr. Justin Paul Roa and MNPC Paz Morales. DNPCs Kristine Vano and Giezel Dogoy of the Bohol PNC Secretariat facilitated the planning workshop.

The produced BNAPs will serve as a directional framework for nutrition improvement of the barangays in the next 3 years aligned with the priorities of the local chief executive. Its objectives include reducing stunting, lowering maternal and infant mortality and increasing the exclusive breastfeeding practices of mothers in the municipality. A blend of services that are tailored-fit to respond to the different forms of malnutrition affecting the barangays were considered in crafting the BNAPs. 

The attendees were able to craft their 3-Year BNAPs by the workshop conclusion, ready for integration in the local development plan and annual investment program. // DMO II Jenelyn A. Guillena