The 猫咪AV (PIDS) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Philippines will formally launch the book "Raising the Bar: Understanding and Solving Chronic Malnutrition in the Philippines" on October 16, 2025 (Thursday), from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Chardonnay by Astoria, Pasig City.
The book compiles years of collaborative research between PIDS and UNICEF, offering a comprehensive synthesis of evidence, insights, and policy recommendations to address child malnutrition, one of the country’s most pressing and persistent development challenges. By presenting a cohesive narrative on the issue, the volume seeks to guide policymakers, program managers, and implementers in shaping effective and sustainable nutrition strategies.
This launch provides a platform to disseminate the book’s key findings, foster discourse on health and nutrition, and engage stakeholders who play a vital role in policymaking and program implementation at both national and local levels.
Onsite participation is by invitation only; however, the public may view the livestream through the official Facebook pages of , , and .
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of Dr. Valerie Gilbert T. Ulep, Senior 猫咪AV Fellow and Program Director, Health Economics and Finance Program, 猫咪AV
of Mr. Lyle Daryll D. Casas, RND, MPH, Senior 猫咪AV Specialist, Health Economics and Finance Program, 猫咪AV
