ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2022
United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. Over 31,000 young leaders on 2,400+ campuses across 140+ nations applied to join the Class of 2022. 200+ campuses worldwide (just 8%) were selected to host the 3,000+ Millennium Fellows.
UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT BRAYAN OUMA ODEKA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2022.
University of Nairobi Chiromo | Nairobi, Kenya | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 4, SDG 14 & UNAI 9
" Bend the iron when it is still hot.""teach a nation the importance of stability and environmental care when it is young and it will abide by it" The skills I will learn from this Fellowship will enable me achieve my goals and improve my understanding and approach of the problem I am determined to solve. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Creating a Healthy, Economic and Peaceful Kenya
Due to the current increase in mental health concerns among young people in society, students in both primary and secondary schools are committing serious crimes, committing suicides, engaging in drug abuse, engaging in unhealthy toxic relationships that end in early pregnancy, HIV infection, STIs, and depression, and students are burning down schools. Due to the increased degradation of child-parent relationships, which could be explained by the crashed economy and high living standards, and the fact that several students are raised from unstable families and from single parenting, thereby lacking either parents love, care, and mentorship.
This inspired us to develop an academic coaching program in which our main goal is to blend essential aid services such as mentorship, guidance, counselling, career counselling, character development, health safety, social media safety and spiritual nourishment to assist create a young generation with a stronger ethical and moral basis to defend Kenya's future. In collaboration with the heads of the institutions, we will also conduct motivational inspirations in both primary and secondary schools
About the Millennium Fellow
Brayan Ouma Odeka is a highly motivated and dedicated student at the University of Nairobi, Kenya Chiromo Campus, where he is studying Science and Technology. Born and raised in Homabay County, Kenya, Brayan has always been passionate about advocating for good health, peace, and the elimination of poverty.
With a strong interest in innovation and leadership, Brayan completed a certificate in Global Innovation, Leadership, and Personal Development from Arizona State University. This has equipped him with the skills and knowledge to drive change and bring about positive impact in his community.
As a student leader, Brayan has already made significant contributions to his university community. He serves as the head of Peer Educators and Counseling and has led several successful sustainability and health projects, including a global campaign to eliminate poisonous lead. He has also volunteered with UNESCO to champion for mental and reproductive health in higher education institutions.
With a clear vision for a healthier, more peaceful, and prosperous Kenya, Brayan is determined to drive innovation and creativity in addressing the critical issues facing his country. As the Project Leader for the "Creating a Healthy, Economic, and Peaceful Kenya" project, he is poised to make a lasting impact and help build a better future for all Kenyans.
