Proposed Law Aims to Expand Feeding Program to Combat Child Stunting in Philippines
A proposed law in the Philippines seeks to establish a National Children’s Nutrition Program, expanding feeding initiatives to combat stunting among children in daycare centers and public schools. The Second Congressional Commission on Education (Edcom 2) backs this effort.
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