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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 RUCHA SHEETAL SHAH, 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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" I am keen to amplify my impact by aligning my work with the UN SDGs. I am eager to bridge the generational divide and collaborate with like-minded individuals. "

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

Rucha Shah is a bright, creative, and curious girl. She is a pre-final year student
pursuing Economics from Lady Shri Ram College, University of Delhi. Born and raised in Bangalore to a Gujarati family, Rucha's diverse background fuels her passion for social change. She is deeply concerned with inequality and is committed to addressing issues like the generational gap, active ageing menstrual hygiene, women's safety, education and sustainability.

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