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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.

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UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT GREGORY BOBY, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2023.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 10 & UNAI 6 | Emerging Technologist

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Millennium Fellowship Project: Project Kalvi

Project Kalvi, meaning "Education" in Tamil, is a transformative initiative aimed at empowering high school students from low-income backgrounds around Chennai. These students often face a significant barrier due to the lack of accessible information on career opportunities and educational pathways. Our mission is to bridge this gap by bringing essential information directly to them.

Our approach is to conduct interactive seminars in government schools situated in more rural areas. These sessions are not just about presenting options; they are about sparking possibilities. We delve into the myriad of career paths these young minds can embark on, illuminating the journey ahead with practical and attainable steps. Each seminar is thoughtfully planned in collaboration with school authorities to ensure it resonates with the students’ needs and aspirations.

Beyond these seminars, we provide a tangible lifeline - a carefully compiled resource that includes a comprehensive list of scholarships and educational opportunities. This guide serves as a beacon, helping students navigate through their options, many of which they might never have encountered otherwise.

Our engagements with the students go beyond the conventional lecture format. We dedicate time for a meaningful dialogue where students can voice their questions and concerns, ensuring they leave the session feeling heard and empowered. As we conclude our visit, we leave behind more than just information; we leave a resource that continues to guide and inspire.

About the Millennium Fellow

Gregory Ben Boby is a senior Chemical Engineering undergraduate at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India. Emerging from the foothills of the Western Ghats of India, much of his childhood revolved around witnessing the sustainable agriculture practices in his community integrated with the forest for generations. Gregory is passionate about how his chemical engineering research and first-hand knowledge of sustainable practices can help the world around him through an amalgamation of both. Through his project, he hopes to integrate sustainability into our daily life through innovation and accumulated learning.

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