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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.

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UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT ANIRVIN SRIVATSAN, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 10 & UNAI 1

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" "The Millennium Fellowship offers a unique platform to collaborate with like-minded individuals who are equally passionate about creating sustainable change. The skills I gain from this fellowship, including leadership, project management, and community engagement, will enhance my ability to develop and implement innovative solutions that empower communities and contribute to a more sustainable future aligned with the SDGs and UNAI principles." "

Millennium Fellowship Project: Tribe Thrive Project

The Tribe Thrive Initiative is a grassroots project focused on supporting the Irula tribe, one of Tamil Nadu’s most marginalized communities, by addressing systemic challenges in accessing government welfare. The initiative aims to empower the Irula people by bridging the gap between policy frameworks and their on-ground implementation. This includes providing tailored policy education to the community, helping them understand their rights and entitlements, and advocating for the effective delivery of benefits such as housing, healthcare, education, and livelihood support.
A significant aspect of the initiative is assisting the Irula tribe with navigating complex administrative processes, particularly those related to land ownership and resource access. Land rights remain a critical issue for the tribe, impacting their traditional livelihoods and overall well-being. By streamlining the process and providing consistent support, the project seeks to secure the tribe’s rightful access to land and resources.
The Tribe Thrive Initiative also fosters collaboration with local stakeholders, policymakers, and non-governmental organizations to ensure that government programs are inclusive and sensitive to the unique needs of tribal communities. Ultimately, the project envisions creating sustainable pathways for the Irula tribe to thrive socioeconomically, preserving their cultural heritage while promoting dignity, equity, and self-reliance.

About the Millennium Fellow

Anirvin Srivatsan is an undergraduate engineering student at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, who is passionate about working towards a sustainable future. His focus is on renewable energy technologies and their integration into urban infrastructure. Anirvin is driven by the potential of local human intervention to address environmental challenges, particularly in India. He is actively involved in campus projects related to green energy. Through his project, he aims to bring sustainable solutions to communities and empowering local populations to adopt environmentally friendly practices.

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