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 ZARIF TASHDEED, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Bangladesh University of Professionals | Dhaka, Bangladesh | Advancing SDG 8, SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 10, SDG 17 & UNAI 2, UNAI 6
" "Leadership and community engagement, underpinned by a passion for social justice and inclusive growth, define my journey. Being a part of the Millennium Fellowship will amplify these traits through collaboration and shared learning. The skills and insights I gain from this fellowship will strengthen my ability to foster impactful initiatives within my university and beyond, aligning closely with UNAI principles and SDGs. I am excited to broaden my capacity for strategic thinking and community building, envisioning innovative ways to inspire and empower others." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Decent Work Warrior
The 'Decent Work Warrior' comic series was initially created during my time at university in collaboration with fellow students. Our goal was to develop an engaging and educational platform to promote the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth. The series highlights the importance of fair wages, safe working environments, quality jobs, and equal economic opportunities for all. Through relatable characters and compelling stories, we aimed to raise awareness among young people about issues such as workers' rights, gender equality in employment, ending child labor, and supporting entrepreneurship.
I am now continuing the project through my organization, Kashful Foundation. As a business student, I am passionate about expanding this initiative and sharing it with a broader audience, particularly my peers. The comics will be released across our digital platforms, distributed in printed formats, and workshops will be conducted to engage individuals in understanding and promoting SDG 8.
The project's mission is to contribute to creating an economy that offers decent job opportunities and empowers individuals to escape poverty through productive employment. We are working to further amplify the impact of the comic series, expanding our reach and continuing the conversation around decent work and economic growth.
About the Millennium Fellow
Zarif Tashdeed is a dynamic undergraduate student at the Bangladesh University of Professionals, majoring in Business Administration. His curriculum and extracurricular involvement have sharpened his leadership capabilities, preparing him to take on pivotal roles in management and community building. As a former campus ambassador for an international festival, Zarif spearheaded numerous campaigns and events, bringing people together for a common purpose. He is dedicated in fostering inclusive communities and his commitment to developing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Zarif envisions a future where his leadership and passion for social justice contribute significantly to positive change and community empowerment.
