ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2023
United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. 44,000+ student leaders from 3,300+ campuses across 170+ nations applied to join the Class of 2023. 260+ campuses worldwide (just 9%) in 38 countries were selected to host 4,000+ Millennium Fellows for the Class of 2023.
UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT FAISOL OLADIMEJI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2023.
Ekiti State University | Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 11 & UNAI 9 | Emerging Technologist
Millennium Fellowship Project: GreenCycle: Plastic Waste Revolution and Resurgence
GreenCycle aims to spearhead a transformative initiative in the realm of plastic waste management. Our project seeks to establish a comprehensive recycling ecosystem that not only addresses the environmental impact of plastic waste but also generates economic opportunities for local communities. By implementing innovative recycling technologies and fostering community engagement, GreenCycle endeavors to drive positive change towards a more sustainable and plastic-responsible future.
Measurable Goals for August-November2023:
1. Recycling Infrastructure: Establish fully operational recycling collection points in at least three key areas of our community, with a target of collecting and processing a minimum of 20,000 kilograms of plastic waste.
2. Community Engagement: Organize a series of educational workshops and awareness campaigns, reaching out to 500+ community members to foster active participation in recycling efforts.
3. Economic Empowerment: Create income-generating opportunities for 10 local individuals by training them in plastic waste collection and processing techniques, leading to a sustainable livelihood.
4. Environmental Impact: Measure a 20% reduction in plastic waste pollution in our target areas through regular waste audits and cleanup drives.
5. Collaboration: Establish partnerships with local businesses and government agencies to ensure the long-term sustainability and scalability of the GreenCycle initiative.
These goals reflect our commitment to making tangible progress in addressing the plastic waste crisis and promoting sustainable development within our community during the Millennium Fellowship.
About the Millennium Fellow
Oladimeji Faisol Ayomide is a passionate advocate for youth development, human rights, and social change. With a deep commitment to civic engagement and a strong belief in the power of communities, he is the Co-founder for Future Builders Initiative (FBI), a non-profit organization focused on promoting positive change in various areas.
As a dynamic Nigerian youth, Oladimeji actively works towards driving transformative impact in his community and beyond. He dedicates himself to advancing youth and women development, advocating for human rights, promoting educational advancement, fostering good governance and democracy, facilitating peacebuilding and conflict management, and driving community development.
Oladimeji co-founded Future Builders Initiative (FBI) and is the visionary behind SilverTrust Recycling Center both of which reflect his leadership and commitment to social impact. Through FBI, he mobilizes resources to support sustainable youth, women, and community development projects in Nigeria. Additionally, through Silvertrust recycling center he addresses the pressing issue of plastic waste pollution through innovative recycling and control measures.
In his pursuit of social change, Oladimeji actively engages in community services and volunteers his time and expertise to organizations such as YIAGA Africa and Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI). He serves as an election observer and contributes to impactful projects, further demonstrating his dedication to making a difference.
Oladimeji's strategic approach, unwavering determination, and profound understanding of community challenges have earned him recognition and respect within his field. His ability to build partnerships and effectively engage with government agencies and decision-makers has been instrumental in driving policy changes that prioritize environmental sustainability and youth empowerment.
