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 CAOIMHE ANN ACOSTA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Griffith University | Brisbane, Australia | Advancing SDG 12, SDG 16, SDG 11, SDG 3 & UNAI 9
" I am honoured to be a Millennium Fellow as this opportunity allows us to transform a simple idea into a meaningful, long-term impact. I envision providing students with sustainability education that equips them with practical skills to manage living costs and minimise their environmental footprint. I believe this initiative has the potential to grow into a broader movement, creating a ripple effect that addresses food insecurity and promotes sustainability. Every small step we take plants seeds for a future of lasting change. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Growing Health - Seed to Plate
The "Growing Health: Seed to Plate" initiative is designed to address the rising cost of living, promote sustainability, and foster inclusivity within the Griffith University community. By providing students with free herb plants, along with QR codes that link to recipes, growing tips, and sustainable cooking guides, the project empowers students to grow their own food and prepare nutritious, affordable meals.
In addition to supporting sustainability, the initiative integrates a Peace Tree Wall, encouraging students to write messages of peace and unity. These messages are displayed to inspire connection and inclusivity on campus, making students feel welcomed and valued.
About the Millennium Fellow
Caoimhe Acosta is a biomedical science student on the Gold Coast, Australia, pursuing a career in medicine. Growing up in a low-income household, Caoimhe developed a passion for environmental sustainability, equity, and social justice. Actively involved in mentoring, Green Impact initiatives, and Ronald McDonald House Charities, Caoimhe is dedicated to integrating sustainability into healthcare practices and improving health outcomes for disadvantaged communities. Through a commitment to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), they aim to make a meaningful impact in healthcare and inspire others towards a healthier, more equitable future.
