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SDG 15: Life on Land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss

Protection of forest and terrestrial ecosystems is on the rise, and forest loss has slowed. That said, other facets of terrestrial conservation continue to demand accelerated action to protect biodiversity, land productivity and genetic resources and to curtail the loss of species.

Find more information on this SDG at https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/sdg15

Our projects on SDG 15

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  • National Community Health Strategy Somalia

    • Institute
    • Project

    UNICEF Somalia wanted an institutional organisation to revise an existing draft national strategy revision (2023-2027) document and make it more representative of the government’s vision for community health. KIT was selected to conduct the revision due to its track record working on similar strategy development projects and having an existing pool of experts. Project Approach […]

  • Celebrating Female Leadership and Academic Excellence: 2026 Eijkman Medal Awarded to Professor Annemieke Geluk

    • News

    On this year’s International Women’s Day, we are pleased to announce that the 2026 Eijkman Medal has been awarded to Professor Annemieke Geluk, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to global health. This year’s edition of the medal celebrates female researchers and academics. The jury was pleased to receive a large number of high-quality nominations, […]

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  • EU preparedness: analysis, planning, reporting and training programmes for health specialists

    • Institute
    • Project

    The project ‘EU preparedness: analysis, planning, reporting and training programmes for health specialists’ strengthens Europe’s collective ability to prevent, prepare for, and respond to serious cross-border health threats. Through a comprehensive training programme, national workshops, and exchange visits, it builds the skills, coordination, and collaboration needed among public health professionals and institutions across EU and EEA countries. The project contributes to a more connected and resilient European public health system by investing in cross-border cooperation and cross-sectoral partnerships.

  • Michel Farkas started as CEO of KIT

    • News

    As of 1 February, Michel Farkas has started as CEO of KIT. In the coming weeks, he will be meeting extensively with colleagues, partners and other stakeholders. Who is Michel Farkas, what drives him, and where does his focus for KIT lie? Potential and dedicated professionals What attracts him to KIT is the combination of […]

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  • Aligning research and innovation through the European Partnership on One Health and Antimicrobial Resistance (EUP OHAMR)

    • Institute
    • Project

    Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health challenge that affects human and animal health, food security and the environment. The European Partnership on One Health and Antimicrobial Resistance (EUP OHAMR) brings together 53 organisations from 30 countries across the EU and beyond, aiming to close knowledge gaps and break silos between sectors, disciplines and perspectives. […]

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