Frequently Asked Questions

The Global Indigenous & Traditional Medicine Alliance (GITMA) integrates Planetary Health at its core by uplifting Indigenous and traditional healing systems that have long championed the interconnectedness of human and environmental well-being. We recognize that environmental degradation directly threatens the survival of ancestral knowledge, biodiversity, and community health. Through GITMA, we aim to foster mutual learning, co-create solutions rooted in cultural wisdom, and amplify Indigenous leadership in global health and climate discourse. We look forward to active collaboration with the Planetary Health community to ensure that Indigenous voices, values, and practices shape a healthier, more resilient future for all.

At Treeming, we are committed to promoting health in the holistic sense of Planetary Health – supporting both human and ecological well-being. Our contribution focuses on integrating Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku) as a powerful method of healing in an increasingly digital and overstimulated world. To make the many physical, mental, and social benefits of this practice accessible, we are developing an affordable online training program that combines theory with a wide range of practical exercises. Our goal is to make the art of forest bathing available to everyone, regardless of location or background. We seek active collaboration with the Planetary Health community to establish nature connection as a key element of sustainable health strategies and to co-create a more resilient, thriving future for people and the planet.

In losing the cryosphere (the frozen parts of the Earth’s surface), we lose the Arctic sea ice, an essential planetary climate operating system that connects with all of the other components of the Earth’s climate systems. Together we can protect our planetary health.

Go Green Malawi is working to improve Planetary Health by dealing with connected problems like pollution, poor health, and unfair access to resources in rural and low-income communities across Malawi. Through our work in waste management, tree planting, community education, and helping vulnerable people like women and children, we promote good practices that take care of both people and the environment. As a member of the Planetary Health Alliance, we want to share our local experiences, learn from others, and work together on projects, training, and advocacy to make sure African voices are heard in the global efforts for a healthier world.

Farmaekoloji hereby declare that promotion and collaboration of PHA will be priority of all events. Promotion and collaboration shall include festivals, events and social media activities and any other collaboration that PHA requests.

We, at EULER, are committed to advancing the mission of the Planetary Health Alliance through active collaboration and shared purpose. As a international-facing university, we recognize the urgent need to address global health and environmental challenges through collective action.
Our commitment includes:

Promoting Awareness: Engaging our global network of students, faculty, and partners to foster understanding of planetary health principles.
Educational Integration: Embedding planetary health concepts into our academic programs to inspire future leaders in sustainability and health.
Knowledge Sharing: Contributing to research and dialogue through publications and partnerships to support innovative solutions for a healthier planet.

We look forward to collaborating with the Planetary Health Alliance and its members to create a sustainable, equitable, and thriving future.

The Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) is a global civil society network dedicated to advancing evidence-based policy, advocacy, and research on infectious diseases, including antimicrobial resistance, vaccine-preventable diseases, respiratory pathogens, and zoonoses. Recognizing the deep connections between human, animal, and environmental health, IDA integrates Planetary Health principles across its committees and activities, such as the Infectious Disease Policy Journal and global policy dialogues on AMR and climate-sensitive diseases. By joining the Planetary Health Alliance, IDA aims to collaborate with members worldwide to co-create policy solutions, share knowledge, and strengthen advocacy for equitable, sustainable approaches to global health challenges at the human–environment interface. We look forward to contributing expertise and partnering on initiatives that unite infectious disease policy with planetary stewardship.

Our health is intricately linked to our environment and contribute to our individual and collective resilience within the perspective of natural, anthropogenic and future existential threats. AwareNearth envisions a future where sound governance, scientific understanding, and engaging edutainment empower diverse audiences to connect with nature, building resilience and transforming environmental challenges into opportunities for a sustainable and healthier world for all.

TEAP is committed to advancing planetary health by focusing on youth-led, community-driven approaches that address the intertwined challenges of climate change, mental health, and environmental justice in Africa. We are dedicated to understanding and validating eco-anxiety and other environmentally related emotions for Africans through research, space-making, and community actions. As a member of the Planetary Health Alliance, we aim to collaborate with global partners to share insights, co-develop solutions, and support a collective effort to protect the health of people and the planet.

At PEL, we work at the intersection of food, climate, and health to promote the Planetary Health Diet—an evidence-based approach emphasizing plant-forward, sustainable nutrition. We collaborate with NGOs, healthcare professionals, and ministries of health in low- and middle-income countries to educate communities, prevent diet-related disease, and implement food-as-medicine programs. Our goal is to improve medical outcomes while reducing the environmental impact of current food systems. We look forward to collaborating with the Planetary Health Alliance to advance these shared goals and build a healthier, more sustainable future for all.

The Xheladin & Xhufe Morina Foundation (XHMF) and its Environmental Neuroscience Research Incubator (ENRI) advance planetary health by exploring how environmental stressors affect brain health, learning, and community well-being. We design and deliver science education programs, community monitoring projects, and data-driven tools that make the links between environmental conditions and mental health tangible for underserved communities. Through collaboration with the Planetary Health Alliance, we aim to share our community-engaged research models, learn from global peers, and contribute context-specific insights from the Balkans to the wider planetary health dialogue. Together, we hope to co-create scalable, youth-focused solutions that empower communities to build resilience and protect both human and planetary health.

Benadir University is dedicated to advancing Planetary Health through community education, research, and advocacy. We focus on the interconnections between human health and environmental sustainability by implementing programs that promote sustainable practices and conduct research on local health challenges. By joining the Planetary Health Alliance, we aim to collaborate with fellow members on research initiatives, share best practices, and enhance our capacity to influence policies that support public health and environmental stewardship. Together, we can amplify our impact and contribute to a healthier planet.