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 AVWAL KAUR, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women | New Delhi, India | Advancing SDG 16 & UNAI 6
" "Ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has access to quality education" is my passion. I believe that with the right resources and guidance, we can create a meaningful impact towards society. By empowering these young minds, we can create opportunities that will not only transform their lives but also uplift entire communities, paving the way for a brighter, more equitable future. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Swayam Shakti
Swayam Shakti is an initiative aimed at empowering acid attack survivors by making them financially and educationally independent. The project focuses on helping survivors overcome psychological trauma, rebuild their confidence, and pursue the life they have always dreamed of. The core activities include: 1. Collaborating with NGOs that share a similar mission. 2. Organizing workshops and psychological therapy sessions with trained professionals. 3. Conducting career counseling to help survivors choose their preferred path. 4. Providing financial support for educational pursuits. 5. Assisting with medical treatments. 6. Helping survivors seek justice by connecting them with legal professionals. The initiative aspires to create a safe and empowering environment where survivors can heal, acquire skills, and regain their identities as strong and self-reliant individuals.
About the Millennium Fellow
Avwal Kaur is a 2nd year student pursuing Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering at Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Kashmere Gate, Delhi. With a global perspective and passion for societal change, she is dedicated to leveraging technology for creating meaningful impact. Currently in her second year, she has worked on building 'Learning Seeds' platform that works towards acheiving 'Quality Education' SDG and 'Shepreneur' that aims to empower women to take-up entrepreneurial roles as a career opportunity and provide them with proper support and guidance. She is committed to refine her expertise and play a pivotal role in advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals globally.
