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 JOSEPH GOD'SPOWER FASINA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Ibadan | Ibadan, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 3 & UNAI 3
" "I am thrilled to be a Millennium Fellow because it aligns perfectly with my passion for leveraging creativity and innovation to transform education in rural communities. By focusing on SDG4, I aim to empower young minds with quality education, fostering a generation of problem-solvers who can drive sustainable development." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Improving Rural Education With Technology
My project was carried out at Sankay Model College, a semi-rural secondary school here in Ibadan. My team and I had a sensitization programme at the school, we gave the students tips on how to leverage technology for their education, we had a sexual health orientation session where we shared sanitary pads to female students in a bid to reduce period poverty in our community. we also shared free academic materials of books and pens.
About the Millennium Fellow
Joseph God'spower Fasina is a unique sophomore student of Physiotherapy at the University of Ibadan. He is deeply passionate about bridging the gap between rural and urban communities, particularly in the realm of education and overall well-being. The untapped potential of rural areas is immense, and he believes that investing in quality education and holistic development is the key to unlocking it.
His goal is to contribute significantly to the upliftment of rural communities by advocating for accessible and equitable education. He envisions a future where every child, regardless of their geographic location, has the opportunity to reach their full potential. By promoting initiatives that enhance educational infrastructure, provide skilled teachers, and create supportive learning environments, he aims to empower rural youth to become leaders and innovators.
Furthermore, he is committed to improving the overall well-being of rural populations. This includes addressing healthcare disparities, promoting sustainable livelihoods, and preserving cultural heritage. By fostering a holistic approach to development, he seeks to create thriving and resilient rural communities.
He believes that through education, healthcare, and economic empowerment, a brighter future can be built for rural areas. He is eager to collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations to make a tangible difference in the lives of those living in rural communities.
