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 REGINE NIYORUKUNDO, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
African Leadership University Rwanda | Kigali, Rwanda | Advancing SDG 8, SDG 4, SDG 9 & UNAI 2

" I am excited to be part of the Millennium Fellowship because it offers a unique opportunity to enhance my leadership skills and expand my social impact. The program's focus on global citizenship and social responsibility aligns perfectly with my passion for youth empowerment and creating meaningful change. By connecting with like-minded individuals and gaining access to world-class training, I can refine my strategies and amplify the impact of my initiatives, such as the Skills Academy.
I do what I do because I believe in the power of young people to shape a better future. By equipping them with the skills and confidence they need to succeed, I am contributing to building a more resilient and empowered generation. My work is driven by a deep commitment to making a lasting impact on communities and creating opportunities for others to thrive. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Skills Academy
Skills Academy empowers youth with leadership, digital literacy, and corporate communication skills to bridge the skills gap and boost employability. Hands-on training, mentorship, and workshops help participants build confidence and thrive in their careers. Currently engaging 50 participants, the initiative aims to create a generation of skilled, empowered leaders ready to drive social and economic change.
About the Millennium Fellow
Regine Niyorukundo is a dedicated Program Coordinator, Debate Coach, and advocate for public speaking. Focused on youth empowerment, she has extensive experience in project management and communication. She deepened her leadership and strategic planning abilities through YALI RLC EA and Aspire Leaders Institute. Regine is launching the Skills Academy to equip young people with job-ready skills and support them in finding employment. Her work at iDebate Rwanda reflects her commitment to promoting critical thinking and effective communication among youth, changing lives, and making an impact. Regine also loves learning new things and constantly seeks opportunities to grow and improve.








