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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.

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UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT ANANYA ARORA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.

University of Delhi South Campus | New Delhi, India | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 5 & UNAI 6

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" The Millennium Fellowship is a gateway for young leaders to turn their dreams into reality. With a passion for social impact, I see this opportunity as a catalyst to expand my vision globally. Engaging with like-minded individuals worldwide will fuel my drive for social change and offer invaluable learning experiences. The know-how tools, skills and networks that the MCN provides will enable me to get exposure globally. It would bring in more accessibility to resources as a result of interactions with stakeholders and collaborators. I am looking forward to a semester of exponential self-growth during the fellowship. MCN emphasizes empathetic leadership and I would love to imbibe that in my action.
Lastly, the Millennium Fellowship will take me one step closer to the collective vision of me and my grandfather- to help and treat the elderly equally through Project Milan, whose legacy shall forever be etched in stone. "

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

Ananya Arora, a 19-year-old Economics student at Lady Shri Ram College for Women, stands out with her sharp leadership skills, resilience and empathetic nature. As a classically trained dancer and lifelong learner, she has deeply been involved in social impact projects focused on agricultural sustainability and elderly care, viewing them as her way to give back to humanity. With her creativity, critical thinking and helpful attitude, Ananya is confident that MCN is the perfect place for her.

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