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 DERICK RAJU, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Christ (Deemed To Be University) Kengeri Campus | Bengaluru, India | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 17 & UNAI 2, UNAI 3
" "I believe that compassion and action can bring real change, especially in addressing hunger and food wastage. Being part of the Millennium Fellowship will empower me to refine my efforts and expand my impact. I am eager to collaborate with like-minded individuals who share my passion for social change. This experience will enable me to contribute more effectively to reducing hunger and ensuring that food is used wisely, aligning my goals with the UNAI principles and SDGs." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Gyaan
Project GYAAN is a transformative initiative
designed to equip students with critical soft skills,
enabling them to build confidence, creativity, and
resilience. Aligned with the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) of Quality Education,
Good Health and Well-being, Reduced Inequality,
and Partnerships for the Goals, the program
focuses on practical, real-world applications of
essential communication and interpersonal skills.
Through workshops, public speaking sessions,
and inter-school competitions, Project GYAAN
aims to prepare students for academic and
personal success
About the Millennium Fellow
Derick Raju is a dedicated BTech engineering student specializing in Automobile technology. Born with a deep sense of compassion, Derick is passionate about addressing issues of hunger and food wastage. His mission is to make a tangible impact by providing food and essential resources to underprivileged communities. This drive stems from his belief that no one should go hungry and that the world can be a better place through mindful actions. As he pursues his studies, Derick aims to combine his technical skills with his commitment to humanitarian causes, striving for a future where both innovation and compassion thrive.
