Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation

Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation at COP29 and COP16: Bridging Land and Sea for a Resilient Future

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The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation (KSLOF) was honored to participate in two major United Nations conferences in late 2024—COP29, the UN Climate Change Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, and COP16, the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. At both events, the Foundation’s President, HRH Princess Hala bint Khaled bin Sultan, emphasized the critical connections between land, ocean, and people. She also shared the Foundation’s efforts to build climate resilience, protect marine ecosystems, and support coastal communities worldwide…

Working for a Better Tomorrow: Playa Hotels & Resorts Partners with J.A.M.I.N.

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In April 2024, we had the pleasure of welcoming Juan Narvaez, Regional Sustainability Manager for Playa Hotels & Resorts, to celebrate the graduation of William Knibb Memorial High School grade 12 students from the Jamaica Awareness of Mangroves in Nature …

I Live in the Desert, So Why Care About the Ocean?

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As a resident of Saudi Arabia, I’m frequently met with puzzled looks when I express my passion for ocean conservation. People often wonder why someone living in a desert would be concerned about the health of the oceans. Similarly, despite being surrounded by endless stretches of sand, my father founded an ocean conservation foundation. But the truth is, the desert and the ocean are more connected than meets the eye. From influencing weather patterns to supporting biodiversity, the ocean’s impact extends far beyond coastal regions, reaching even the heart of the desert.

Living in the heart of Saudi Arabia, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the ocean. After all, our vast deserts dominate the landscape, covering about 95% of the country. But did you know that Saudi Arabia boasts a coastline stretching over 2,500 kilometers along the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf? Despite the desert’s prominence, the health of our oceans directly impacts life in the desert and beyond…

The Living Oceans Foundation Joins Global Ocean Leaders in Rio de Janeiro for the Fourth Foundations Dialogue

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The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation (KSLOF) recently took part in the Fourth Foundations Dialogue, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from September 3-5, 2024. Hosted by the Fundação Grupo Boticário de Proteção à Natureza alongside key partners UNESCO Ocean and UNESCO, this gathering was part of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (the Ocean Decade). With over 30 global philanthropic foundations in attendance, the event focused on exploring strategic actions, pooling resources, and enhancing investments in ocean conservation.

Participating in the Fourth Foundations Dialogue provided KSLOF with the opportunity to collaborate with leading voices in ocean conservation, discuss pressing marine issues, and develop strategies for the future.