𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪: DSWD Disaster Response Management Bureau (DRMB) conducts a meeting with Mr. Arvind Betigeri, the Regional Food Fortification Adviser of the United Nations – World Food Programme (UN-WFP). The purpose of the meeting was to discuss strategic approaches for expanding rice fortification efforts in alignment with DSWD’s Walang Gutom 2027: Food Stamp Program and the enhancement of the DSWD family food packs contents.

The rice fortification roadmap, co-developed with stakeholders, outlines the priorities and direction for large scale rice fortification in the Philippines. With the unwavering support of UN-WFP in assisting the National Nutrition Council with activities aimed at shaping the Rice Fortification Strategic and Operations Plan, technical expertise has been extended to DSWD to navigate the challenges encountered in both the supply and demand aspects of rice fortification.

DSWD is committed to strengthen and sustain its collaboration with its partner stakeholders to champion disaster preparedness and ensure immediate delivery of programs and services to disaster-affected families and communities.

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