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40,000 Barangay Nutrition Scholars Convene in 3rd National Conference

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L-R: Regional Nutrition Program Coordinator Region VII Arceli M. Latonio; NNC Chief of the Nutrition Information and Education Division Ms. Jovita B. Raval; President, LuzViMin BNS Federation, Inc. Ms. Jocelyn B. Lumaad; National Outstanding BNS 2012 Ms. Felisa J. Guilingan; National Outstanding BNS 2013 Ms. Efigenia G Javier

NNC-DOH cites good practices, provides updates and skills development

They are not superheroes, but they are the ticket to well-nourished Filipinos in the barangays all over the country. They are the Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS).

BNS are the frontliners in providing basic health and nutrition services in the communities. Once again, almost 4,000 BNSs across the archipelago are set to meet in a biennial national conference hosted by the National Nutrition Council (NNC) of the Department of Health (DOH) in partnership with the LuzViMin BNS Federation, Inc.

The biennial 3rd National Conference of Barangay Nutrition Scholars will have four sub-conferences for the entire month of April. The first event gets off the ground at the Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila in Ortigas Avenue, Quezon City on 7 -8 April for the National Capital Region and Southern Luzon Regions (CALABARZON, MIMAROPA and Bicol). The Northern Luzon sub-conference (BNSs from Regions 1, 2 and 3 and Cordillera Administrative Region) will convene at the Vigan Convention Center in Vigan City on 15-16 April; the Visayas sub-conference (BNSs from Regions 6, 7 and 8) will gather at Waterfront Cebu City Hotel on 22-23 April; while the Mindanao cluster (BNSs from Regions 9, 10, 11, 12, CARAGA and ARMM) will have their conference at the KCC Convention and Events Center in General Santos City on 28-29 April.

This year’s theme – “BNS: Bigay Todo sa Nutrisyon at Serbisyo!” of the national conference underscores the role of BNSs in the delivery of nutrition and related services to improve the nutritional status of families in the barangays.

Moreover, it aims to continuously update and empower BNSs towards addressing malnutrition and ending hunger; update the BNSs on current nutrition and program developments; and, enhance their skills in improving their performance as BNS. The conference will also serve as a venue for BNSs to convene into a general assembly to discuss various concerns of the national federation.

Topics during the two-day conference include the Updated Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition 2015-2016; the results of the review of the BNS program which will give recommendations for the amendment of PD 1569 or “Strengthening the Barangay Nutrition Program by providing for a Barangay Nutrition Scholar in every barangay” legislated in 1978; the latest nutrition education strategies and tools to promote healthier diets such as the “Pinggang Pinoy”: Healthy Food Plate for Filipino Adults; and the “10 Kumainments”, the Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos (NGF). A discussion on the plans for the celebration of this year’s Nutrition Month in July is also included to prepare the BNS for this nationwide annual nutrition campaign.

Highlights of the conference include the launching of the BNS Handbook which serves as a guide for BNSs in their performance as BNS. Likewise, the 2012 and 2013 National Outstanding BNSs will share their good practices that made them win the award to inspire other BNSs to work better and replicate the good practices in their communities.

Notable personalities such as Senators Bam Aquino and Cynthia Villar, and Assistant Secretary of Health and NNC Executive Director Maria-Bernardita Flores will be in the event to give inspirational messages as keynote speakers.

Currently, there are more than 40,000 BNS all over the country. The BNS program is mandated by Presidential Decree No. 1569 and a key strategy of the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition. The BNS Program is administered by the National Nutrition Council and implemented by local government units.

For more information, write or call the NATIONAL NUTRITION COUNCIL, 2332 Chino Roces Ave. Ext., Taguig City. Tel. Nos. 843.0142; 843.1337; 843.5824; Fax No. 843.5818; Email: info@nnc.gov.ph or visit http://www.nnc.gov.ph and www.facebook.com/nncofficial. Twitter @NNC_official.

SMEDCI launches 2nd MSME Regional Congress

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April 28, 2015

SMEDCI launches 2^nd MSME Regional Congress

The General Santos city Small Medium Enterprise Development Council, Inc. (SMEDCI) continues to flesh out their advocacy for the growth and development of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) by hosting the 2^nd MSME Regional Congress on May 5-6, 2015 at the Phela Grande Convention Center, General Santos city with the theme “Patiloy na Linangin Maliliit na Negosyo sa rehiyon Dose”.

Limelight is placed on MSMEs as this event recognizes their vital role in the economic development of the region. Their labor-intensive practices generate employment. Prompt innovation, heighten competition, and contribute largely to the country’s progress. The future of MSMEs lies in ensuring competitiveness within the ASEAN Economic Community.

In the second year, the event intends to increase the awareness of MSMRs on government programs, potential in the Free Trade area, and opportunities online. The council looks forward to addressing the most critical challenges and constraints MSMEs face today which include inadequate financial reporting that limits access to financing, lack of international certifications, and minimal marketing and sales volume.

Notable topics for discussion will include Negosyo Centers in R12; Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries “initiatives; Doing Business Online for MSMEs; GSC’s Integrated Food Terminal and Region 12 MSMEs; BFAR’s targeted actions to Reduce Poverty and Generate ECONOMIC Transformation in the Fisheries sector, and R12 academic Preparing Entrepreneurs. Updates on Organic Farming, banana, Aqua-preneurship, and Trucking industries will also present.

Resolutions passed during the 1^st MSME Regional Congress addressing issues on power, machineries and facilities, repayment schemes, accreditation system, government support, and security will also be updated. On a side note, the department of Trade and Industry together with the GSC SMED Council, Inc. and LGU-GenSan will also launch the General Santos City Negosyo Center situated at the DTI Ground floor, South Osmena st… general Santos city on May 5, 2015 at 9:30 am, a prelude to the opening ceremonies of the MSME Congress.

For more information about this MSME regional congress, please contact, Ms. Aileen Nolida J. Tolimao at 09205113449. You may also email via smedc_gs@yahoo.com

About GCS SMED Council, Inc.

The general Santos City small and medium enterprises Development council, Inc. is a non-stock, not for profit private organization, relentless in its mission to promote, coordinate, and facilitate the development of MSMEs through policy advocacy, trainings and seminars and other economic activities. GSC SMEDCI is the organizing body of the annual Yaman Gensan Festivity. Jessica b. Llego/GSC Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (By: SMEDCI)