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 AMITABH KUMAR RAJ, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur | Kharagpur, India | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 1, SDG 3, SDG 8 & UNAI 1, UNAI 2
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it offers a unique platform to collaborate with like-minded individuals who are passionate about creating sustainable change. My work is driven by a deep commitment to social equity, and through the Fellowship, I hope to amplify my impact on underserved communities. The skills and network I gain will help align my future projects with the UNAI principles and SDGs, empowering me to bring about meaningful, long-term social transformation. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Empower Skills for Change
Empower Skills for Change is a project under the Millennium Fellowship aimed at supporting underprivileged individuals by providing access to skill development workshops. The initiative addresses the challenges of poverty and unemployment by introducing participants to various vocational skills that can enhance their employability and self-reliance. These workshops focus on skill identification, training opportunities, and financial literacy, including micro-loan and financial aid options to help participants start small businesses. With a goal to engage over 300 participants and empower at least 50 individuals to launch their ventures or pursue advanced training, the project aligns with SDGs 1, 4, 8, and 10. Through this initiative, we strive to foster self-sustainability and economic growth, promoting social and financial inclusion in the community.
About the Millennium Fellow
Amitabh Kumar Raj is a driven and compassionate 4th-year student at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, where he is pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering. Born and raised in India, Amitabh has always been deeply committed to uplifting his community. He has successfully spearheaded social projects in his village, benefiting hundreds of underprivileged individuals. Known for his love of socializing and dedication to helping those in need, Amitabh is currently planning another impactful social project. His strong sense of social responsibility fuels his desire to continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
