Tandag City wins nutrition CROWN award
TANDAG CITY, Surigao del Sur -- Anew, the local government unit of Tandag City
garnered the highest prestigious recognition in the region dubbed as the "Consistent
Regional Outstanding Winner in Nutrition" or the CROWN
award, for its outstanding commitment to nutrition excellence, under the
dynamic leadership of the multi-awarded Mayor Roxanne Pimentel.
This remarkable achievement came along as the result of three consecutive years
of relentless dedication to the implementation of the city's nutrition action
plan, and consistently maintaining a commendable minimum score of 90%.
In addition, the dedication of Tandag City's nutrition team was highlighted
with the announcement of key individuals who received regional recognition
namely, City Nutrition Action Officer Reyveen John Geli as the "2022
Regional Outstanding City/Municipal Nutrition Action Officer;" Mary Joy
Galolo earned the title of "2022 Regional Outstanding City/Municipal
Nutrition Program Coordinator;" while Charliemar Emlarino Solmia emerged
as a contender for the prestigious title of "Regional Outstanding Barangay
Nutrition Scholar."
The awards were personally received by Mayor Pimentel and members of the
Local Nutrition Committee during the Regional Nutrition Awarding Ceremony held
on September 21, 2023, at the Balanghai Hotel in Butuan City.
Assistant Secretary Azucena Dayanghirang of the National Nutrition Council,
underscored the significance of Tandag City's accomplishments on a national
scale, as she attended the event as guest of honor.
The local chief executive extended her heartfelt gratitude to the National
Nutrition Council and the Caraga Regional Nutrition Committee for their
continuous support.
Tandag City's unwavering dedication to improving nutrition standards not only
sets a benchmark for the other LGUs in the region, but also serves as an
inspiration for others to prioritize the health and well-being of their
residents. The CROWN award reaffirms Tandag City's commitment to fostering a
healthier and more prosperous community for all its citizens. (LGU-Tandag
City/NGPB, PIA-Surigao del Sur)
