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 KEHINDE SOBRAIN LAWAL, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Ibadan | Ibadan, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 1, UNAI 6
" I have always been passionate about finding sustainable solutions to the pressing issues our planet faces. The opportunity to be a Millennium Fellow and join a network of young leaders who share my drive for creating positive social change is a dream come true.
I believe that being a Millennium Fellow will provide me with the necessary tools, resources, and support to amplify my impact and achieve tangible outcomes. The fellowship will also allow me to collaborate with like-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds, expand my knowledge, and empower me to create positive change on a broader scale. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Students for Special Hearts
The foundation focuses on improving the lives of children with disabilities and those in orphanage homes by addressing their health, nutrition, education, and overall well-being. Its initiatives align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), emphasizing care for children with special needs. The organization aims to foster partnerships with larger organizations, promote healthy growth, and equip children with education and skills for a better future.
About the Millennium Fellow
Lawal Kehinde is a native of Ogun State, Nigeria where he had his elementary education. Right from a tender age, he has demonstrated the desire to project CHANGES within his community and beyond. In addition to his academic achievements, He had also been actively involved in extracurricular activities such as CleanUp exercises within the University of Ibadan community and participating in outreach programs to educate youth about the importance of mental health and wellbeing as well as Blood Donations Programs. These experiences have displayed how committed he is to giving back to the community that has shaped him and also reinforced his desire to make a positive difference in the world.
