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Community-Based Health Promotion Initiatives for Early Childhood Development in Laguna Philippines to Support Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Debra Bariquit(1), Dianne Christine Bautista(2), Jayvee Escoton(3), Adrienne Avery Garcia(4), Kathleen Lariza(5), Inero Ancho(6),


(1) University of the Philippines Los Baños
(2) University of the Philippines Los Baños
(3) University of the Philippines Los Baños
(4) University of the Philippines Los Baños
(5) University of the Philippines Los Baños
(6) University of the Philippines Los Baños
Corresponding Author

Abstract


Early childhood health is vital for optimal physical, cognitive, and emotional development. This study reports on the development, implementation, and evaluation of two community-based health initiatives aimed at enhancing early childhood well-being in Laguna, Philippines. Guided by the ADDIE instructional design model, the project began with a needs assessment and stakeholder interviews, identifying issues such as malnutrition, hygiene deficits, limited caregiver knowledge, and poor sanitation. Two interventions were conducted: a health fair for children aged 3–8 years, featuring interactive booths on nutrition, hygiene, physical activity, and mental health; and a seminar-training for caregivers on first aid and emergency response, led by a certified EMT. Evaluation showed improved health knowledge and engagement among both children and parents, with high satisfaction ratings and observed application of learned practices. The results emphasize the effectiveness of community-led, participatory health education in supporting Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and suggest potential for replication in similar contexts.

Keywords


Children; Community; Early childhood; Health; Interventions; Malnutrition

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