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 WAJIHA AYUB MUHAMMAD AYUB, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Balochistan University of Information Technology Engineering and Management Sciences | Quetta, Pakistan | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 4
" "I'm excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it allows me to turn my passion for technology into tangible solutions that address real-world challenges, particularly in promoting sustainable development. This opportunity empowers me to collaborate with like-minded individuals and create meaningful social impact in my community and beyond." - Wajiha Ayub "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Shiftchat
ShiftChat is a groundbreaking project developed under the Millennium Fellowship, dedicated to tackling the challenges posed by linguistic diversity. With a mission to align with SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, ShiftChat combines instant messaging with real-time translation, making conversations across languages accessible, accurate, and inclusive.
At its core, ShiftChat bridges divides by leveraging advanced AI translation tools such as Google Translate, Microsoft Translator, and DeepL to ensure contextual and culturally sensitive communication. Designed for inclusivity, the platform empowers marginalized communities, refugees, and non-native speakers, enabling seamless dialogue in diverse settings, from healthcare to education and beyond.
ShiftChat’s innovative features include offline translation support, ensuring reliability in areas with limited connectivity, and cultural sensitivity algorithms, which preserve tone and intent during translation. With its user-friendly interface and expanding language capabilities, the project embodies the transformative impact of technology in fostering equity and unity worldwide.
Through the Millennium Fellowship, ShiftChat evolved into a scalable solution for breaking language barriers, driven by mentorship, collaboration, and the values of social impact. Looking ahead, the project aims to introduce advanced capabilities like speech-to-text and video integration, further expanding its reach and societal influence. ShiftChat is more than an app; it’s a commitment to a more connected and inclusive future.
About the Millennium Fellow
Wajiha Ayub is a Millennium Fellow from BUITEMS University, Quetta, Pakistan, and a gold medalist in her academic pursuits. As a dedicated student of IT, she is passionate about using technology to promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Wajiha is committed to leveraging her leadership skills through the Millennium Fellowship to drive social impact initiatives, focusing on addressing unemployment and promoting positive internet usage. Her vision is to create lasting change in her community and beyond by integrating innovative solutions with global challenges.
