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 JERRY JOSE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 10
" Society is an intricate system, often indifferent to human intentions, where well-meaning efforts can fail when key underlying variables are overlooked. Through this program, I aim to deepen my understanding of the complexities of social change by gaining diverse global perspectives. This knowledge will enable me to plan my own projects more effectively and offer better guidance to those working alongside me in driving positive outcomes. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Forget Me Not
The Forget Me Not project addresses the stigma surrounding dementia, focusing on the unique challenges faced by patients and caregivers. Dementia often isolates patients and burdens families, while misconceptions fuel judgment and hinder understanding. Our initiative aims to break these barriers by creating supportive structures for patients and raising awareness among youth.
Through partnerships with organizations like the Dignity Foundation, we host patient-focused activities such as laughter yoga, art sessions, and excursions to enhance their quality of life and demonstrate engagement methods to similar organizations. For awareness, we target students with interactive events, including a city-wide marathon, quizzes, and case competitions that foster understanding and encourage innovative solutions.
With over 1200 people reached via awareness sessions and 100+ patients engaged, we build compassionate communities. By combining grassroots engagement and student-driven initiatives, we create long-term social impact by transforming perspectives and setting a precedent for inclusive dementia care.
About the Millennium Fellow
Jerry Jose is an undergraduate student of Biological Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. As an engineer in the making, he believes in leveraging science to translate complex ideas into simple low-cost solutions. He ultimately hopes to contribute to bridging the gulf between core scientific research and its real-world applications, making a meaningful impact on society, one problem at a time.
