Al-Qalam university College
Special Report

Al-Qalam university College Progress Report on SDG 15 – Life on Land

Introduction

At Al-Qalam university College, we are committed to promoting SDG 15: “Life on Land.” We understand the importance of protecting, restoring, and promoting sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems and biodiversity. This report outlines our initiatives and progress in this area

Initiatives and Projects for Life on Land

Biodiversity Conservation: Al-Qalam university College is dedicated to preserving biodiversity. We manage natural reserves, conduct research on endangered species, and engage in habitat restoration

Reforestation Initiatives: Our university actively participates in reforestation initiatives, planting native trees and restoring ecosystems in collaboration with local communities

Educational Programs: We offer educational programs and campaigns to raise awareness about biodiversity and sustainable land use. We engage our students and staff in conservation practices

Impact and Achievements

Reforestation initiatives have resulted in the restoration of various areas within and outside the city of Kirkuk-Iraq and have improved local ecological diversity
Educational programs have increased awareness and inspired responsible behavior among our university community

Challenges and Lessons Learned

While celebrating our achievements, we recognize challenges such as deforestation and habitat degradation. Lessons learned include the importance of education and community involvement

Future Commitments

In the coming years, Al-Qalam university College is dedicated to expanding our efforts in line with SDG 15. We will continue to preserve biodiversity, expand reforestation initiatives, and further promote educational programs for sustainable land use

Conclusion

We are proud of our contributions to SDG 15, “Life on Land.” Our efforts align with the global commitment to protect terrestrial ecosystems and biodiversity. By publishing this progress report, we hope to inspire others to join us in the journey toward life on land preservation and sustainable land use