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 AMNA HALEEM, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Delhi South Campus | New Delhi, India | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 5 & UNAI 6
" Empathy and leadership, shaped by my passion for history and social justice, drive my commitment to supporting the elderly. Being part of the Millennium Fellowship will allow me to expand these skills through collaboration and community engagement. The experience will enable me to make a more impactful contribution toward intergenerational solidarity, in alignment with the UNAI principles and SDGs. I am excited to further develop my leadership and advocacy skills, creating lasting change in the lives of the elderly and beyond. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Project Milan
Project Milan is a social impact initiative dedicated to supporting the needs of elderly individuals by collaborating with old age homes to foster a more compassionate and inclusive society. According to the United Nations Population Division, India is undergoing rapid population ageing, with the number of elderly citizens (aged 60 and above) expected to reach nearly 300 million by 2050. This demographic shift brings significant challenges, including social isolation and loneliness, particularly in urban areas where changing family dynamics and migration patterns have weakened traditional social support systems. In response to these challenges, Project Milan aims to organize interactive sessions to rekindle interests, evoke cherished memories and cultivate a vibrant sense of community and joy among elderly residents. Our activities include celebrating popular festivals, engaging in traditional crafts like knitting and weaving, enjoying music, playing games, hosting culinary sessions, and conducting diya-painting workshops to build meaningful connections with the residents. Additionally, we are committed to ensuring the mental and physical well-being of the elderly by incorporating regular healthcare checkups into our initiative.
About the Millennium Fellow
Amna is a bright, young, and globally engaged second-year history student with a passion for debating, literature, and international relations. Born with a deep sense of responsibility towards her community, she is leading a project under the Millennium Fellowship focused on improving the lives of the elderly . Aptly titled "Milan" (togetherness) it represents the core value behind this project. Her passion for social justice and her drive to create meaningful change have been central to her academic and extracurricular pursuits.
From her high school years to her current university experience, she has actively contributed to various philanthropic initiatives, always with a focus on advocacy and community service. With a vision of continuing to champion social causes, [Your Name] aspires to align her future work with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in fostering intergenerational solidarity and enhancing social welfare programs.
