IN recognition of its commitment to promoting nutrition and public health, Tagbilaran City has been awarded the prestigious Green Banner Seal of Compliance by the National Nutrition Council (NNC) and Central Visayas Nutrition Committee.
The awarding ceremony took place on August 11, 2023 during the 18th Regional Congress of the Nutrition Action Officers held at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel.
The prestigious award was received by Tagbilaran City Mayor Jane Yap, City Health Officer Dr. Jeia Pondoc, and City Nutrition Program Coordinator Rey Delos Santos, who were all instrumental in the city’s successful nutrition and health initiatives.
Mayor Yap expressed her gratitude for the honor bestowed upon the city, saying, “Receiving the Green Banner Seal of Compliance is a testament to our relentless efforts in prioritizing the health and well-being of our constituents. We recognize the efforts of the city and barangay nutrition committees, nutrition action officers and barangay nutrition scholars for actively advocating for proper nutrition in Tagbilaran City.”
In the same event, Tagbilaran’s Mychelle Pullida of barangay Dao was recognized as one of the 2022 City Outstanding Barangay Nutrition Scholar awardees in Central Visayas.
The Green Banner Seal of Compliance is given by the NNC to local government units (LGUs) with programs and policies that have shown a significant impact on the local nutrition situation of the community.
An LGU may be given the Seal by posting an overall accomplishment of at least 85 per cent on specific nutrition parameters during the annual Monitoring and Evaluation of Local Level Plan Implementation.
The city’s comprehensive nutrition program, spearheaded by the Tagbilaran City Nutrition Committee, has played a vital role in achieving this prestigious recognition.
Through various initiatives, such as nutrition education, feeding programs, and community outreach, the city has made significant strides in improving the nutritional status of its residents.
