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 HIMANSHU SHEKHAR SHRIVASTAVA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 13 & UNAI 9

" I believe that education is the key to unlocking the potential for change, especially when it comes to environmental sustainability. The world is facing serious challenges, but through knowledge and action, we can create a more sustainable future. As a Millennium Fellow, I am excited to bring this vision to life by connecting with others who share my passion and by using digital platforms to empower students to become environmental advocates. Together, we can inspire the next generation to take action and make a real difference for our planet. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: EcoEd: Virtual Eco-Education Initiative
EcoEd is a sustainability-focused educational initiative aimed at equipping individuals with the knowledge, tools, and practical skills necessary to adopt and promote sustainable living practices. Developed under the Millennium Fellowship, this project seeks to bridge the gap between awareness and action, empowering communities to take meaningful steps toward addressing climate change. The project offers comprehensive and accessible learning modules on topics like; waste management, water conservation, sustainable gardening, and climate advocacy, among others. Each module is designed to provide not only theoretical insights but also actionable strategies, hands-on activities, and challenges to inspire real-world application. EcoEd also fosters a sense of community through interactive forums, a leaderboard for engagement in challenges, and recognition programs, such as the EcoEd Speaker Honor for those who complete all modules. This approach ensures that participants are not only learning but actively implementing sustainable practices and sharing their progress to inspire others. EcoEd aims to help individuals, reduce their environmental footprint and become advocates for a healthier planet. Through education, community engagement, and empowerment, EcoEd strives to create a ripple effect of positive environmental change, starting from individual households to the global stage.
About the Millennium Fellow
Himanshu Shrivastava is an undergraduate data science student at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras. As a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability, Himanshu is committed to educating and engaging students in sustainable practices through digital platforms. His project, "EcoED: Virtual Eco-Education Initiative", aims to raise awareness about environmental issues, particularly among distance learning students, by providing accessible virtual resources such as webinars, videos, and blog posts. Growing up in India, Himanshu witnessed the effects of climate change firsthand, sparking his dedication to addressing this global challenge. After graduation, he plans to continue his work in environmental sustainability while using his data science skills to drive innovation in this field.








