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Republic Act No. 11037 - "Masustansyang Pagkain para sa Batang Pilipino Act" (2018)
This law addresses hunger and undernutrition among children by establishing a nationwide feeding program. It specifically targets malnourished children in public daycare centers, kindergartens, and elementary schools. The law mandates the provision of fortified meals and milk to improve children’s nutritional intake. Local government units (LGUs) collaborate with national government agencies to implement the program, using a portion of local education and development funds to support it. This collaborative effort is designed to help children be ready to learn and grow healthier by receiving nutritious meals at school
Republic Act No. 11310 - "Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) Act" (2019)
The 4Ps Act institutionalizes a conditional cash transfer program for low-income families to support food security and educational goals. Families participating in 4Ps receive regular financial assistance, conditional upon their children’s attendance in school and participation in health and nutrition programs. By reducing financial barriers, this law aims to combat hunger and break the cycle of poverty by improving the quality of life for future generations. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) administers the program, which has become a key component of the country's social safety net
Republic Act No. 11291 - Magna Carta of the Poor
Republic Act No. 11291, also known as the Magna Carta of the Poor, was enacted to address poverty and provide the necessary support for the socio-economic upliftment of marginalized sectors. It mandates that the government implement policies aimed at ensuring the poor have access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. The law includes provisions on social protection, livelihood, and legal rights, and requires public and private sector collaboration to reduce poverty and improve living standards for impoverished communities
Executive Order No. 101
Executive Order No. 101, signed by President Duterte in January 2020, established the Inter-Agency Task Force on Zero Hunger, aimed at eradicating hunger and improving food security in the Philippines. The task force works through the development of a National Food Policy (NFP) and initiatives like the Enhanced Partnership Against Hunger and Poverty (EPAHP) to promote sustainable agriculture and improve nutrition. The program coordinates efforts across various government agencies and assesses progress toward achieving zero hunger by 2030.
