MANILA, Philippines — Because of abundant cases of malnutrition in the Philippines, many children are suffering from stunting and moderate wasting — meaning they are not getting the nutrients they need to grow and develop properly.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been working for several years to address these concerns, both with its member children and in the community. And as these efforts grow, more children and their families are seeing their lives improve.
In 2018, the First Presidency approved a program to address child malnutrition among its members in developing countries. The Philippines was the first area to pilot the project, beginning in 2019. Since then, several stakes and districts have responded to this initiative.