City Nutrition Council of General Santos

10/05/2026

𝓗𝓪𝓹𝓹𝔂 𝓶𝓸𝓽𝓱𝓮𝓻’𝓼 𝓭𝓪𝔂 𝓽𝓸 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓾𝓵𝓽𝓲𝓶𝓪𝓽𝓮 𝓷𝓾𝓻𝓽𝓾𝓻𝓮𝓻𝓼! ✨🫶

06/05/2026

28/04/2026

📢𝘽𝘼𝙇𝙐𝘼𝙉 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙑𝙀𝙉𝙀𝙎 2𝙣𝙙 𝘽𝙉𝘾, 𝘽𝘼𝙍𝘼𝙉𝙂𝘼𝙔 𝙃𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙏𝙃 𝘽𝙊𝘼𝙍𝘿 𝙈𝙀𝙀𝙏𝙄𝙉𝙂𝙎

28/04/2026

𝙉𝙪𝙩𝙧𝙞-𝙂𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙥: 𝘽𝙉𝙎 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙡𝙮 𝙈𝙚𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝 𝙤𝙛 𝘼𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙡 2026

Last April 27, 2026, the Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) Monthly Meeting was successfully conducted at the City Health Office (CHO) Conference Room, spearheaded by CNPC Imelda A. Silvero, RND. The meeting served as an essential venue for discussing key program updates, administrative matters, and upcoming activities to strengthen nutrition service delivery in General Santos City.

The following agenda were discussed during the meeting:

1. Operation Timbang Plus (OPT+) 2026 Update
The coverage percentage of each barangay for OPT+ 2026 was presented.

2. Deworming
The accomplishments for the first round of deworming were presented, including updates on barangays that have not yet submitted their reports.

3. BNS MELLPI-Pro Update (Results Presented)
The results of the BNS Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation Protocol (MELLPI-Pro) were presented and acknowledged. The Top 10 performers were also given the opportunity to speak in front of the participants to share their experiences and give thanks to those who helped them.

4. Administrative Concerns
Administrative updates focused on the submission of monthly and quarterly weighing reports, as well as the BNS monthly accomplishment reports.

5. BNS Federation Update
a. Monthly dues
b. Introduction of new Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) and Barangay Health Aides (BHA)

6. Plan for Oath-Taking of BNS Officers
Preparations for the upcoming oath-taking ceremony of BNS officers were discussed.

7. Other Matters
a.PIMAM concerns
b. Travel allowance update

The meeting was adjourned at 11:48 AM.

23/04/2026

𝙉𝙪𝙩𝙧𝙞-𝙂𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙥: 𝙂𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙖𝙣 𝘾𝙉𝙀𝙏 𝙁𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙯𝙚𝙨 𝙏𝙤𝙥 𝘽𝙉𝙎 𝙞𝙣 𝙈𝙀𝙇𝙇𝙋𝙄-𝙋𝙧𝙤 𝘿𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣

GENERAL SANTOS CITY – The City Nutrition Evaluation Team (CNET) convened on April 23, 2026, at the City Health Office Conference Room to deliberate on the results of the Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation Protocol (MELLPI-Pro) for Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS), marking a significant step in recognizing outstanding grassroots nutrition workers in the city.

Led by City Nutrition Action Officer (CNAO) Dr. Lalaine Calonzo, the team carefully reviewed the consolidated results of the MELLPI-Pro assessment conducted from March 10 to 30, 2026, alongside the outcomes of the written and computer examinations administered on April 21, 2026. The evaluation covered all 26 barangays in the city, with a total of 56 Barangay Nutrition Scholars assessed based on their performance for Calendar Year 2025.

The deliberation brought together key members of the CNET, including representatives from the City Health Office: CNPC Imelda A. Silvero, RND; Candy P. Deriada, RND; Riceilyn Galve; and Catlene Galay. Also present were representatives from the Department of Education, Ms. Cypress M. Estribo, RN and Ms. Princess P. Mengutio, RN; from the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO), Ms. Vanessa B. Galang; and from MSU-General Santos City, Mr. Areo Karlito Banquerigo, RND.

Through a thorough and objective review of performance indicators, evaluation scores, and examination results, the CNET ensured a fair and comprehensive assessment of each BNS. The deliberation concluded with the final selection of the Top 1 Barangay Nutrition Scholar, who will be recognized as the City Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar (COBNS) of General Santos City.

23/04/2026

SAVE THE DATE

📅 24 April 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍Live via the NNC Official page

The National Nutrition Council (NNC) will conduct Stakeholder Meeting on the Philippine Nutrient Profile Model (PNPM).

The PNPM is a key initiative that supports the development and strengthening of policies on the regulation of food marketing to children, front-of-pack nutrition labeling, and fiscal measures such as taxation.
This meeting will convene legislators, representatives from government agencies, academe and industry, international and local experts, and development partners. It aims to promote transparency, present updates, and discuss key issues following the stakeholder consultation held on 20 February 2026.

SAVE THE DATE

📅 24 April 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍Live via the NNC Official page

The National Nutrition Council (NNC) will conduct Stakeholder Meeting on the Philippine Nutrient Profile Model (PNPM).

The PNPM is a key initiative that supports the development and strengthening of policies on the regulation of food marketing to children, front-of-pack nutrition labeling, and fiscal measures such as taxation.

This meeting will convene legislators, representatives from government agencies, academe and industry, international and local experts, and development partners. It aims to promote transparency, present updates, and discuss key issues following the stakeholder consultation held on 20 February 2026.

20/04/2026

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆: 𝗡𝗡𝗖 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗣𝗔𝗡 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴

𝗧𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗴 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 | The National Nutrition Council (NNC) facilitated the conduct of the 2nd Technical Committee Meeting for 2026 on 15 April at the NNC Board Room, Taguig City. The meeting was presided by Technical Committee Chairperson and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Director Anna Liza F. Bonagua and attended by representatives from the Department of Agrarian Reform, Department of Agriculture, Department of Budget and Management, Department of Education, Department of Health, Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Philippine Statistics Authority, Council for the Welfare of Children, Philippine Coalition of Advocates for Nutrition Security, Inc. (PHILCAN), and UPLB Barangay Integrated Development Approach for Nutrition Improvement (BIDANI).

The meeting highlighted the PPAN pillar on Healthier Diet through the proposed Joint Administrative Order on ‘Establishing a Multi-sectoral Technical Working Group for the Implementation of Home Grown School Feeding (HGSF)’ through which the Department of Education (DepEd) is seeking support from national government agencies. The HGSF aims to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and local communities by linking school feeding to local food production. Another agenda focused on potential partnerships with local government units (LGUs) for the implementation of the School Based Feeding Program (SBFP) was discussed. This set of initiatives would improve affordability of food either by increasing the food supply or improving food distribution, increase availability of nutrient-dense and fortified food, and increase availability of food from household, school, and community sources.

Updates on the accomplishments of the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP) and a brief overview of the project proposal, ‘Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project: Converging Nutrition Efforts for our Children’s Tomorrow (PMNP CONNECT)’ were also presented, alongside the Department of Agrarian Reform’s (DAR) 2025 contribution to the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN).

20/04/2026

Maraming nanay ang natatakot sa pagpapasuso dahil iniisip nilang masakit ito.

Ang totoo, normal lang makaramdam ng kaunting kirot sa simula, lalo na habang natututo si baby ng tamang paglatch. Pero sa tamang posisyon at proper latch, unti-unti itong nababawasan at kadalasan ay tuluyang nawawala.

Ang mahalaga, makinig sa katawan mo at huwag mahiyang humingi ng tulong mula sa partner, pamilya, o isang Breastfeeding Support Group. Sa tamang gabay at suporta, mas magiging komportable at masaya ang bawat feeding session para sa’yo at kay baby. 🤱🏻

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Maraming nanay ang natatakot sa pagpapasuso dahil iniisip nilang masakit ito.

Ang totoo, normal lang makaramdam ng kaunting kirot sa simula, lalo na habang natututo si baby ng tamang paglatch. Pero sa tamang posisyon at proper latch, unti-unti itong nababawasan at kadalasan ay tuluyang nawawala.

Ang mahalaga, makinig sa katawan mo at huwag mahiyang humingi ng tulong mula sa partner, pamilya, o isang Breastfeeding Support Group. Sa tamang gabay at suporta, mas magiging komportable at masaya ang bawat feeding session para sa’yo at kay baby. 🤱🏻

16/04/2026

𝘿𝙊𝙃-𝘾𝙃𝘿 𝙎𝙊𝘾𝘾𝙎𝙆𝙎𝘼𝙍𝙂𝙀𝙉 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙙𝙨 𝘿𝙌𝘾 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙣 𝙁𝙃𝙎𝙄𝙎 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙊𝙋𝙏 𝙋𝙡𝙪𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙂𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙤𝙨 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮

GENERAL SANTOS CITY — The Department of Health–Center for Health Development (DOH-CHD) SOCCSKSARGEN successfully conducted a three-day Training on Data Quality Check (DQC) for the Field Health Services Information System (FHSIS) and Operation Timbang (OPT) Plus from April 7 to 9, 2026, at Greenleaf Hotel.

The training gathered Municipal Nutrition Action Officers (MNAOs), Nutrition Focals, and Nutrition Program Coordinators and Managers from across the region, including participants from South Cotabato Province, North Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani Province, and General Santos City, to enhance their competencies in data management and validation. Representing General Santos City were Barangay Health Aides (Nutrition Focal) Mr. John Eric Dela Cruz, Mr. Marck Anthony Koh, and Ms. Ethel Javier, along with Nutrition Support Staff Catlene Galay and Nutritionist-Dietitian DOH-HRH Ms. Candy Deriada.

Serving as one of the resource speakers was Nutritionist-Dietitian Ms. Jennelyn Calanao, with BHA Ms. Retche Bravo assisting in facilitating the sessions. They were joined by training staff Mr. James Darwin M. Ferrer, Ms. Shyrah Mancero, RND, and Ms. Channy Grace Inion, RND, who also discussed key topics and facilitated sessions throughout the training, ensuring a comprehensive and well-coordinated implementation of the activity.

The primary objective of the training was to strengthen participants’ knowledge and skills in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of health and nutrition data. High-quality data is crucial in guiding evidence-based planning, implementation, and monitoring of programs such as OPT Plus and FHSIS.

The first day of the training began with a pre-test, followed by discussions on the overview of Data Quality Check (DQC), Operation Timbang (OPT), and FHSIS. On the second day, participants engaged in in-depth discussions and hands-on workshops utilizing the DQC Tool. Actual data from the Target Client List (TCL), OPT Forms Version 1 and 2, and the Annual FHSIS Report were used and reviewed to validate the accuracy and consistency of reports. The final day concluded with a post-test and evaluation to measure the participants’ learning and gather feedback on the training.

Overall, the training was successfully conducted, equipping participants with enhanced competencies in data quality checking. It further reinforced their vital role in ensuring reliable health and nutrition information systems, ultimately contributing to improved service delivery and better health outcomes in their respective communities.