July 21, 2026 — Philippines — The Child Focus Mapping of Interventions for Neurodevelopmental Disorders in the Philippines (ChildMIND) project met with the Child Neurology Society of the Philippines (CNSP) on July 7, 2026, to provide updates on the project’s progress and discuss partnership opportunities.
From left to right: Dr. Bernadette Macrohon, Dr. Sarah Jimenez, Dr. Joan Viado, Dr. Kay Banzli, Dr. Ma. Amparo Agrava, Dr. Ruth Valeriano, Dr. Maria Lourdes Trajano, Dr. Melady Imperial-Gilbuena, Dr. Anna Castro, and Dr. Edgardo Epe.
During the meeting, ChildMIND Project Leader Dr. Sarah Jane A. Jimenez presented the project’s objectives, scope, and planned activities to the board. The discussion highlighted potential areas for collaboration between DOST-ASTI and the Child Neurology Society, Philippines (CNSP) in advancing initiatives that support children with neurodevelopmental disorders. CNSP expressed their full support for the project. The ChildMIND team also conveyed its appreciation for the continued guidance and support of former CNSP president Dr. Ruth Valeriano and CNSP member Dr. Fe Delos Reyes as the project moves toward implementation. The meeting emphasized the importance of strengthening the partnership with CNSP to help ensure that the project remains responsive to the developmental and behavioral health needs of Filipino children and their families.