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 MALAVIKA VENKATESH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 10, SDG 8 & UNAI 3
" " I am deeply passionate about harnessing the transformative power of education to unlock the potential in every child. Joining the Millennium Fellowship excites me immensely as it offers a vibrant arena to magnify my efforts, share innovative ideas, and collaborate with visionary leaders. This opportunity aligns seamlessly with my aspiration to revolutionize learning landscapes and ensure that education serves as a catalyst for opportunity and innovation. I'm thrilled to challenge the status quo, inspire groundbreaking educational models, and empower students globally, guided by the principles of the UNAI and the Sustainable Development Goals. " "
Millennium Fellowship Project: EmpowerEd
Project EmpowerEd is an initiative led by a team of 9 students from IIT Madras under the Millennium Fellowship, in collaboration with the Guruji Education Foundation (GEF). Our goal is to expand the SCRATCH coding program across at least 20 schools in Tamilnadu. In today's fast-evolving world, coding is a fundamental skill. SCRATCH, a beginner-friendly programming language, helps students not only learn to code but also fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. By implementing SCRATCH in Tamil Nadu schools, we aim to empower students, particularly economically weaker students, with these vital skills, enhancing their ability to think logically and approach challenges innovatively. We thus aim to close the digital literacy gap, and provide students with future-ready skills.
About the Millennium Fellow
Malavika Venkatesh, a student at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Madras, is known for her compassion, empathy, and strong sense of responsibility. With a spirited dedication to social impact, Malavika thrives in environments that challenge conventional thinking and foster innovation. Her leadership transcends traditional boundaries; she seamlessly blends her passions for art, dance, and music into her advocacy work, enriching her approach to educational empowerment. Recognized for her dynamic mentorship and inventive educational strategies, she has ignited significant change by inspiring underprivileged students to explore new realms of knowledge and creativity. As a Millennium Fellow, Malavika is set to further catalyze her impact, aspiring to transform educational landscapes and advocate for global sustainability initiatives. Her vision is profound yet simple: to cultivate a world where education is a universal bridge to opportunity and innovation.
