The Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) recently turned over translated nutrition materials to the National Nutrition Council (NNC) Central Office, marking the first milestone in their collaboration.
This initiative ensures that vital health and nutrition information becomes more accessible to Filipinos in various regions by providing translations in Hiligaynon, Bicolano, Cebuano, and Ilokano.
The ceremonial presentation was led by KWF Chairman Arthur P. Casanova, along with John Enrico C. Torralba from the KWF Translation Division, Atty. Rosalina Bascao, NNC Deputy Executive Director, and Queenie Rose G. Amoso-De Jesus, OIC of NNC’s Nutrition Information and Education Division (NIED).
During the event, the NNC team shared their priorities in selecting materials for translation, ensuring that the most essential nutrition resources reach regions where they are needed most. KWF’s John Enrico C. Torralba emphasized that the goal of the project is to make these materials widely readable and relatable, which is why they were translated into languages spoken by a significant number of Filipinos.
This collaborative initiative between KWF and NNC is set to continue until 2028, aligning with the provisions of the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028. By bridging the language gap, this project empowers communities with the knowledge they need to make informed nutritional choices, ultimately contributing to the country’s long-term public health goals.
The ceremonial presentation was led by KWF Chairman Arthur P. Casanova, along with John Enrico C. Torralba from the KWF Translation Division, Atty. Rosalina Bascao, NNC Deputy Executive Director, and Queenie Rose G. Amoso-De Jesus, OIC of NNC’s Nutrition Information and Education Division (NIED).
