Dominican Republic

Member since
dominican republic school meals
1.65 Million
Total children receiving school meals
1.17 Million
Children enrolled in primary school
458.56 Million
Total investment in school meals (USD)
Figures reflect the latest available data from the State of School Feeding Worldwide report, national reporting and global sources. Governments may update data more frequently, so values may differ from most recent national statistics. Reference year, source and further details are available in the School Meals Coalition Global Database.

National Commitments

Commitment submitted on
Declaration signed by the Institute of Student Welfare, Ministry of Education (INABIE)
  • Increase the number of schoolchildren receiving meals that cover between 60–70%* of macro and micronutrient needs through the School Feeding Programme, while reducing sugars and fats in menus to help prevent chronic non-communicable diseases.
  • Implement the School Food and Nutrition Surveillance System (SISVANE) to improve the health of public-sector schoolchildren, contributing to better learning outcomes and reduced school dropout.
  • Promote mechanisms and regulatory frameworks that strengthen school food and nutrition, encourage procurement from family farming, stimulate the local economy, and increase the use of fresh products in the programme.*
  • Foster intersectoral and interinstitutional coordination and propose a phased budget allocation to achieve its objectives and goals.

 

* UPDATED IN 2025.

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National Progress Reports

Reporting year
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