together for health

On World Health Day 2026, observed under the theme “Together for health. Stand with science”, the interlinkages between biodiversity and human health are increasingly clear.

As highlighted by Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity, “standing with science means standing with nature. By implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and strengthening One Health partnerships, we can protect the health of people and the planet for generations to come.”

Biodiversity is a foundational environmental determinant of health, shaping the quality of the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food systems we depend on. Scientific evidence continues to show that biodiversity loss can increase risks to human health, including zoonotic diseases, food insecurity and the spread of infectious diseases.

As 2026 marks a year of implementation and global review for the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, translating this knowledge into action is more important than ever. By addressing the drivers of biodiversity loss, the Framework contributes directly to reducing health risks and strengthening the ecological foundations of human health and well-being.

The One Health approach supports this transition by strengthening coordination across sectors and enabling evidence-based decision-making that reflects the links between human, animal, plant and ecosystem health.

The Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity works with partners, including the World Health Organization, to support cooperation across the biodiversity and health communities and to facilitate the integration of biodiversity considerations into health-related processes.

In this context, continued commitment to science, cooperation and multilateral action will be essential to accelerate implementation and to build a healthier and more resilient future for all.

Read the full statement 👉 https://lnkd.in/eseD6BWY

Global Action Plan on Biodiversity and Health

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