ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024
United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows.
UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT USMAN ALMUARIF MASHOOD, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Ahmadu Bello University Kongo | Zaria, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 2
" Driven by a commitment to public service and sustainable development, I am excited to join the Millennium Fellowship to further enhance my skills in innovation, advocacy and strategic impact. This fellowship aligns with my passion for leveraging technology, particularly AI, to address global challenges, from poverty and hunger to sustainable development. The opportunity to collaborate with like-minded peers will amplify my ability to create lasting change both locally and internationally. By aligning my work with the UNAI principles and SDGs, I am determined to contribute to a more just and equitable world, while continuously expanding my competence in anticipatory governance and public administration. Alhamdulillah, this is a transformative step toward realizing my vision of becoming a global advocate for sustainable development. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Protect your Mental Health
A Mental Health Awareness Campaign at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, would focus on educating students about mental health, reducing stigma, and providing support for those facing academic, social, and family pressures.
Objectives:
1. Education: Provide information on mental health challenges and coping strategies.
2. Stigma Reduction: Normalize discussions about mental health.
3. Support Access: Highlight available counseling and mental health resources on campus.
Activities:
A. Workshops and seminars on managing academic stress. B. Peer support groups to address social and family pressures.
C. Campaigns on social media and campus notice boards to promote awareness.
Impact:
A. Improved mental health awareness among students.
B. Encouragement to seek help without fear of judgment.
C. Better academic and personal well-being.
D. This campaign ensures students in ABU Zaria receive targeted support to thrive under pressure.
About the Millennium Fellow
I am Mashood Usman Almuarif, a public administration major at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. My passion lies in innovation and sustainability, and I am dedicated to applying my academic knowledge to tackle public administration challenges on both local and international fronts. Through my work, I strive to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development and humanitarian efforts, aiming to create positive change in communities worldwide.
