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 NDUKA GODSGIFT ITEH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Delta State University | Abraka, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 9
" " Passion and desire to build a healthy community drives my work and I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it provides the right platform to collaborate with like-minded individuals who are equally passionate about creating positive impact. This opportunity allows me to learn from professionals ,improve my skills and knowledge in address pressing health challenges and contribute greatly to the United Nations' Sustainablee Development Goals(SDGs). I am convinced that through collective action and shared purpose, we can foster healthier communities and inspire others to join " "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Combating Substance Abuse and Addiction
Combating substance abuse and Addiction:
Addiction and substance abuse have a relentless grip on individuals of different backgrounds and have negative consequences on society. Students who are addicted often have social problems, poor academic performance, and mental health issues, and are predisposed to infectious diseases. Studies suggest that at least 15% of the student population is reported to be abusing drugs. The statistics reveal a troubling reality and trend. The project addresses the causes of substance abuse and addiction, thus reducing the underlying negative effects it creates, increasing the academic performance of students in the university by improving their mental health and promoting SDG 3 - Good health and wellbeing. During the project we launched an educative awareness campaign, setting up a media handle where the subject of substance abuse and addiction will be discussed. During the project period, we partnered with student-related organizations on campus (health, student union etc ), expanding the scope/
impact of our project. This project was executed at campuses of Delta State University, and surrounding secondary schools reaching a total average of more than 300 students.
About the Millennium Fellow
Iteh Nduka Godsgift is a dedicated and passionate pharmacy student at Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria .
He was born in kwale, Delta state (Nigeria) and he is currently studying at the state University in Abraka.
Nduka has always been passionate about promoting good health and well-being.
He has actively engaged in organising health related seminars among young adults and He is also a member of Antimicrobial Resistance Club in his institution and also pursuing a professional Career that aligns with his goals . Also he is committed to contributing to the implementation and development of the United Nations' sustainable goals(SDGs)
