Valenzuela gov’t pushes efficient population management policies By Arlie O. Calalo 06/06/2011

Valenzuela gov’t pushes efficient population management policies

By Arlie O. Calalo 06/06/2011

The administration of Valenzuela City Mayor Sherwin Gatchalian has pushed an efficient and comprehensive population management policies aimed at promoting gender equality, reduction in child mortality and improvement of maternal health.

“Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger, achieve universal primary education, promote gender equality and empower women, reduce child mortality and improve maternal health,” said Gatchalian on the city government’s major concerns that it sought to address under the program.

The mayor, in an interview with members of the Camanava Press, explained the program is one of the many undertakings of the local government that are geared toward the promotion of the people’s welfare and the reinstatement of their dignity..... MORE

Source:  The Daily Tribune

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