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 OLUBUSUYI COMFORT AYOMIDE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Federal University of Technology Akure | Akure, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 9

" I'm driven by compassion to address preventable suffering. Witnessing lives ravaged by drug abuse and addiction in my community sparked my passion for public health advocacy. As a Millennium Fellow, I'm eager to collaborate with like-minded leaders, develop leadership skills, and amplify my impact. I believe empowering individuals and fostering inclusive environments can create a ripple effect of positive change. Together, we can curb the growing menace of drug abuse and build a healthier society, thereby promoting UNAI principle 9 and SDG 3. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Curbing the Menace: Drug Abuse
The project, titled "Curbing the Menace: Drug Abuse," aims to contribute to the reduction of one of the most prevalent social issues: drug abuse and addiction among adolescents and young people. The initiative focuses on reaching individuals in this vulnerable age group and includes educational content on the following topics:
- What drug abuse is
- Commonly abused drugs and their adverse effects on physical, mental, and social health
- Causes and risk factors for drug abuse
- Signs of addiction
- Prevention strategies, including healthy coping mechanisms and lifestyle choices
- Treatment and recovery options
- How to seek or offer help and support
- Community intervention techniques
- Advocacy against stigma related to drug abuse
In summary, the project addresses the drug abuse epidemic, encourages individuals to seek professional treatment and therapy, and raises awareness about the stigma associated with addiction.
About the Millennium Fellow
Olubusuyi Comfort Ayomide, a resident of Ibadan, Oyo state, and student of Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo state, is a passionate advocate for public health. She is dedicated to combating the prevalent menace of drug abuse and addiction in her community. Through her volunteer work in various health outreaches, Comfort has demonstrated her commitment to promoting good health and well-being. Aligning with the Sustainable Development Goal 3, she strives to make a positive impact and create a healthier society. With unwavering enthusiasm, Comfort continues to champion the cause, inspiring others to join the fight against public health threats.