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 VIBHAV M S, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute | Bangalore, India | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 3, UNAI 6
" “Growing up, I witnessed the profound impact doctors have in transforming fear into relief, which fueled my passion for medicine. My dedication to supporting patients through their toughest times, especially those facing reproductive challenges, drives my work. Being a part of the Millennium Fellowship will enable me to collaborate globally, refine my initiatives, and make a more substantial impact on communities. The skills I gain from the Millennium Fellowship will empower me to extend my reach beyond local boundaries and foster positive change in line with global health goals. I am excited to work alongside diverse teams to address complex health issues and deliver hope to those in need.” "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Project 1Billion
PROJECT 1BILLION focuses mainly on the Impacts of obesity on reproductive health. According to WHO, the number of obese people in the world is approximately 1 billion. A very important impact that will be given extra focus will be Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), which is a hormonal disorder, which has its onset during adolescence and gradually progresses. This is usually seen in women who have a similar family history, have Type II Diabetes Mellitus or have a very poor lifestyle. Poor lifestyle and unhealthy eating habits may lead to obesity. So lifestyle and obesity are important risk factors for reproductive diseases in both males and females. In males, obesity may increase the risk of infertility and other related sexual issues. This project therefore aims at educating the boys and girls of the reproductive age group about the risk factors like obesity that may predispose them to reproductive issues like PCOS in women or infertility. This project also aims at encouraging girls to look out for warning symptoms of PCOS and importance of getting tested immediately. It educates them about the management of the symptoms of the disease and necessary lifestyle modifications like daily exercise to cut down on excess weight.
About the Millennium Fellow
Vibhav M S is a dedicated medical student at Bangalore Medical College, driven by a lifelong aspiration to become a physician. Inspired by the support doctors provide during challenging times and the tireless dedication observed during the COVID-19 pandemic, Vibhav’s commitment to medicine deepened through first hand experiences in gynecology, where they witnessed the emotional and financial struggles of patients. Eager to expand their impact globally, Vibhav applies for the Millennium Fellowship Program, aiming to address complex health issues like obesity-related reproductive challenges through international collaboration and continuous learning.
