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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 ANTHONIA WANNE ABAH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.

Federal University of Technology Minna | Minna, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 3, SDG 5 & UNAI 3

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" "I am so excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it is an opportunity to collaborate with a global network of change-makers and to leverage technology for social impact. As a STEM educator and mentor, I am driven by the belief that equipping and optimizing young minds especially young girls (with the intent to bridge the gender gaps in STEM fields) with scientific knowledge and critical thinking skills is essential for building a sustainable future, thus promoting the sustainable development goals (SDGs) - Specifically SDGs 4 and 5" "

Millennium Fellowship Project: Empowering Beyond Classrooms

The social impact tour to the Gidan Kwano Primary School community focused on empowering primary school students through education and well-being initiatives. The project addressed Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 (Good Health and Well-being), 4 (Quality Education), and 5 (Gender Equality). During the visit, 70 students were engaged in interactive sessions on technology, personal hygiene, menstrual health, and career guidance. Girls were specifically taught about breaking gender stereotypes to inspire confidence and equality. Additionally, 24 books and 20 pencils were distributed to enhance learning opportunities and support educational development. The school community actively participated in the initiative, with two teachers and the Head Master welcoming the team and organizing the students to ensure smooth engagement and continuity of the project. The pupils were happy and motivated, as reflected in their smiles and excitement during the activities. Moving forward, we promised the students to visit from time to time. Plans include establishing a mentorship program and exploring partnerships to provide consistent educational and health resources to the students. Despite initial logistical challenges, such as coordinating schedules with the school community, the experience taught us the importance of effective communication and planning, which will help us improve future initiatives. This project was a humbling and joyful reminder of the incredible opportunity we have to create positive social change within our local community. Witnessing the students’ excitement and motivation reaffirmed our belief that even small efforts can spark big dreams and inspire brighter futures. Together, we can continue to make a difference and build a world where every child has the tools and support to thrive.

About the Millennium Fellow

Abah Anthonia Wanne is a girl in STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) Leadership Award recipient. She is currently a final year chemical engineering student at the Federal University of Technology Minna Niger State Nigeria.
She is keen on social impact and giving back to her community with focus on mentoring young girls to take up STEM-related careers.
Anthonia is an avid networker, a humanist who believes in healthy human interaction and good rapport among people through empathy, loves reading and writing, travelling and exploring diverse cultures. She is on the path to majoring in the tech and energy space.

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