21/11/2025
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November 14, 2025. The community of Barangay Balakbak, led by Hon. George Balanggoy, in collaboration with the Gov. Bado Dangwa Agro-Industrial School (GBDAIS) family headed by Dr. Cherrelene A. Comom, and the Balakbak Elementary School headed by Mrs. Evangeline Pinong, successfully celebrated Nutrition Month at the GBDAIS covered court. The program was also graced by officials from the Kapangan LGU, making the event more meaningful and collaborative.
The celebration centered on the theme, โFood at Nutrition Security Maging Priority Sapat na Pagkain, Karapatan Natin!โ which emphasized the importance of proper nutrition and access to clean and nutritious food as a right.
As the program goes, local residents from various sitios of Balakbak showcased and sold their homegrown products and crops such as รซnas (sugarcane), kalabasa/kalumbasa (squash), pechay, tilapia, and many others. This not only highlighted the agricultural richness of the community but also promoted local livelihood and sustainability.
An art contest was also held, participated in by students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The activity highlighted the creativity and talent of the youth, making the event livelier and more engaging.
The highlight of the celebration was the insightful sharing of respected speakers who discussed health awareness and proper ways of taking care of one's well-being. Their valuable messages inspired the audience to prioritize proper nutrition and healthy living in their daily lives.
Overall, the event was a great success, reflecting the spirit of BINNADANG and commitment of the Barangay Balakbak community in promoting health and nutrition for all.