By Kenneth Marcos 
As dawn breaks over Metro Manila, early risers lace up their shoes—not just to stay fit, but to support a cause that impacts every Filipino household: food safety. In a creative push for awareness, the National Dairy Authority (NDA) is inviting the public to join its Food Safety Awareness Week 5KM Virtual Run 2025, happening from October 25 to 31.
This free event combines healthy living with education, urging participants to run or walk five kilometers at their own pace, from anywhere in Metro Manila. The campaign hopes to raise awareness about the importance of clean, safe, and nutritious food while encouraging an active lifestyle among Filipinos.
“Food safety affects everyone. Whether you’re a parent preparing breakfast, a vendor selling dairy, or a student buying snacks, the choices we make matter,” the NDA stated. The virtual run is part of its nationwide effort to reach more people through engaging, digital-friendly activities.
Who can join?
Anyone based in the National Capital Region (NCR) who has access to a GPS tracking app—like Strava, Nike Run Club, or Adidas Running—can join the run. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting out, the NDA encourages all fitness levels to participate.
Here’s how it works:
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Follow NDA on Facebook. Like the official pages:
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National Dairy Authority
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NDA Food Safety Awareness Week Virtual Run 2025
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Register online for free. Fill out the registration form at:
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Run between October 25–31. You can run, jog, or walk anywhere—at the park, on the streets, or even on a treadmill. What matters is that you hit the 5KM mark.
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Track and submit proof. Use a GPS app to record your:
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Distance (5KM)
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Time
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Date of run
Take a screenshot and post it on your social media using the official hashtags: -
#NDAFSAWVirtualRun2025
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#FoodSafetyAwarenessWeek2025
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Submit your run. Send your screenshot and social media post to the NDA Food Safety Awareness Week Virtual Run Facebook page via Messenger before October 31 at 11:59 PM.
Late submissions will not be counted, so make sure to finish and submit on time.
What’s in it for you?
Aside from supporting food safety advocacy, all finishers will receive exclusive NDA virtual run giveaways. Details about the free finisher kits will be announced soon, so stay tuned on their official channels.
This initiative is part of the government’s larger effort to educate the public on food handling, cleanliness in the supply chain, and the safe consumption of products—especially dairy and other perishables.
Let’s keep running toward a healthier and safer Philippines, one step at a time.
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