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 AAYUSH VASWANI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Georgia Institute of Technology | Georgia, United States | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 2 & UNAI 9
" Chanting Sanskrit shloka “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah, Sarve Santu Nirāmayāḥ”, which translates to “May all beings be at peace, and may no one suffer from illness,” every morning has inspired me to learn about the advancements in the field of science and engineering and to imagine how I can play a part in developing the medicines of tomorrow and creating a disease-free world. I believe these initiatives serve the basis for my interest in bringing farm-fresh food to communities in need. I am excited to become a Millennium Fellow to be able to witness the impact that I can make on my local communities. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: OASIS: Healthy Lives
The Oasis: Healthy Lives nonprofit is an organization started by me to address the critical issue of food insecurity and promote healthier lifestyles in underserved communities. Through Oasis, we aim to provide fresh produce to food deserts in Massachusetts while educating individuals, particularly children, about nutrition and sustainable living. We deliver weekly fresh food boxes to churches, food banks, and community organizations, ensuring that families without access to grocery stores have nutritious options. Additionally, we work on empowering communities through health education programs, simple cooking workshops, and accessible recipe cards to encourage healthier eating habits.
About the Millennium Fellow
Aayush Sudhanshu Vaswani is known for his resilience, compassion, and creative leadership. He has volunteered at local farms, including Urban Roots in Austin, where he was inspired by the mission to provide healthy food to underserved communities. This passion for helping others drives his dedication to service. Additionally, he is a creative leader, demonstrated through his role in leading discussions in his high school’s History Club, college UG Research Club, and start-up initiatives. His leadership is focused on uplifting others, ensuring that peers reach their full potential while achieving their own goals and offering assistance whenever challenges arise.
