GAD VISION:
By 2028, NNC is the authority in steering stakeholders for gender-responsive and sustainable nutrition for all Filipinos. Nutrisyong Sapat, Para sa Lahat!

GAD MISSION:
We commit to formulate, coordinate and monitor gender-responsive nutrition policies and programs through integrated multisectoral action towards sustainable nutrition for empowered Filipinos.

Key Elements of our Vision and Mission:

1. Leadership in Mainstreaming Gender in Nutrition:
   
   Leadership plays a pivotal role in shaping the direction and priorities of the nutrition sector. Mainstreaming gender involves integrating gender considerations into all aspects of nutrition policies and programs. Leadership that recognizes and actively promotes gender mainstreaming contributes to more inclusive, equitable, and effective nutrition initiatives. It ensures that decision-makers prioritize gender-sensitive approaches and create an organizational culture that values diversity and gender equality.

2. Multisectoral Policies and Programs Addressing Gender in Nutrition:
   
   Nutrition is influenced by various factors beyond the health sector, including agriculture, education, and employment. Multisectoral collaboration is crucial for addressing the complex and interconnected issues related to gender in nutrition. Policies and programs that involve multiple sectors ensure a holistic approach, recognizing the diverse needs and challenges faced by different genders. This approach enhances the effectiveness and sustainability of interventions by addressing the root causes of gender disparities.

3. Transformative Capacity-Building for NNC and Stakeholders/Clients:
   
   Building the capacity of the National Nutrition Council (NNC), stakeholders, and clients is essential for fostering a transformative approach to gender in the nutrition sector. This involves providing education and training that goes beyond traditional knowledge transfer, aiming to instigate a shift in attitudes, beliefs, and practices. Transformative capacity-building empowers individuals to challenge and overcome gender norms and biases, enabling them to implement and support gender-responsive nutrition initiatives effectively.

4. Improved Demand and Access to Gender-Responsive Nutrition Interventions:
   
   Gender-responsive nutrition interventions aim to address the specific needs of individuals based on their gender, recognizing that biological and social differences influence nutritional requirements. Creating awareness and generating demand for such interventions are crucial for their success. Additionally, ensuring equitable access ensures that individuals of all genders can benefit from these programs, contributing to improved health outcomes and reducing disparities in nutrition-related health issues.

5. Gender-Sensitive Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) System:
   
   A gender-sensitive M&E system is vital for assessing the impact of nutrition interventions on different genders. It involves collecting sex-disaggregated data, analyzing outcomes through a gender lens, and incorporating feedback from diverse stakeholders. This system provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of gender-responsive strategies, enabling continuous improvement. A robust M&E framework ensures accountability, transparency, and evidence-based decision-making in the nutrition sector.

In summary, these elements underscore the importance of comprehensive and integrated approaches to address gender disparities in the nutrition sector. Effective leadership, multisectoral collaboration, transformative capacity-building, improved access to interventions, and gender-sensitive M&E collectively contribute to creating a more equitable and inclusive nutrition landscape.

GOALS:

1. To improve nutrition by fostering an enabling environment promoting gender equality and empowerment of Filipinos.
2. To strengthen institutional capacity in mainstreaming gender and development.

OBJECTIVES:

1. To build a cadre of competent workers on gender mainstreaming in all aspects of nutrition programs (People).
2. To support a gender-responsive policy environment for improved nutrition (Policy).
3. To improve nutrition status through gender-responsive interventions (PPAs).
4. To institutionalize GAD enabling mechanisms to foster gender-responsiveness (Enabling mechanism).