Rep. Ray T. Reyes of Anakalusugan Party-list on Saturday stressed the importance of having child-specific programs to give a better future to the next generation.
Speaking before participants in the Alay Lakad para sa Kabataan held in Batangas City, Reyes said “supporting the children is tantamount to ensuring the future of this country. It is of prime importance that the children should not be left behind.”
“We only have a short time to address these health problems in children. If we do not act now, it will adversely impact the productivity of our country 20 years from now,” he added.
Reyes also pushed for more collaborative initiatives between the government and the private sector.
“Aside from ensuring the delivery of quality health care services, Anakalusugan Partylist also encourages public-private partnerships and initiatives on nutrition, healthy eating habits and programs addressing child stunting and wasting,” Reyes explained.
“This is not only the responsibility of their parents but of the entire province. With our cooperation, we can make the path to a more pleasant world easier for our young people,” he said.
The program was part of a string of events celebrating Children’s Month and was attended by over 3,000 participants, officials and corporate backers of Batangas Alay Lakad Foundation. Maricel V. Cruz
“We become a part of hope and change in their lives. With each step we take, an opportunity is opened for the fulfillment of their dream,” he added.
The Batangas Alay Lakad Foundation was created in order to support initiatives that include scholarships, livelihood programs, vocational skills training, leadership seminars as well as other community-based initiatives geared toward the development of the youth as well-rounded and productive individuals.
