Our history

The Philippine Stakeholders for Nutritiona and Dietetics (PSND), Inc. is a dynamic organization of professionals in nutrition and dietetics and other allied health professionals. The organization was initially launched as the Philippine Government Dietitian and Nutritionist (PGDN) in 1972, and with Mrs. Adelisa Cifra-Ramos as the first president. It aimed to upgrade the ND position as a separate profession, not an allied medical personnel. PGDN became Philippine Society of Dietitian and Nutritionist (PSDN), then Philippine Society of Nutritionist and Dietitians (PSND), Inc. to accommodate the clamor of nutritionist-dietitians from private institutions to be part of the organization. In 2023, the organization reestablished as Philippine Stakeholders for Nutrition and Dietetics, Inc. for governance and sustainability, and to establish valuable partnership with private and public agencies with the guidance of Board of Trustees and Advisers.

The PSND implements activities and services such as continuing education through conventions, symposia, training, seminars, and other activities; offers technical assistance to various groups; conducts several community outreach activities; and continuing education for NDs and professionals in related fields. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Webinar on Weekend was launched to strengthen the virtual connection among its members by providing timely updates on relevant nutrition and health concerns.