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 SHAHID UL ISLAM BHAT, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Kashmir | Srnigar, India | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 3
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it provides a platform to collaborate with like-minded changemakers and drive meaningful impact. My passion for education and social justice stems from the belief that knowledge empowers individuals and transforms communities. Through my work, I strive to bridge educational disparities, advocate for equal opportunities, and uplift underprivileged children. The Fellowship has enhanced my leadership, advocacy, and project management skills, equipping me to contribute more effectively to sustainable development. I am committed to creating lasting change by ensuring that quality education is accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic background. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Quality Education & Sustainable Development
During the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2024, Shahid Ul Islam led the Quality Education & Sustainable Development project, a transformative initiative aimed at addressing two critical global challenges: educational inequality and sustainable development.
Quality Education
Shahid's project focused on bridging the educational gap by ensuring that children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds had access to quality learning materials and academic resources. He worked to create equitable learning opportunities, emphasizing the importance of education as a fundamental right rather than a privilege. His initiative also involved mentoring and guiding students, advocating for policies that support inclusive and accessible education, and raising awareness about the importance of literacy and lifelong learning.
Sustainable Development
Recognizing the link between education and sustainable development, Shahid integrated environmental awareness and sustainability principles into his project. He promoted sustainable educational practices, such as using eco-friendly materials, encouraging paperless learning methods, and fostering a mindset of environmental responsibility among students. His work aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 12 (Sustainable development), aiming to create a long-term impact on both individual lives and communities.
Impact & Legacy
Through his leadership and dedication, Shahid not only empowered young minds with education but also instilled a sense of social responsibility. His project continues to inspire efforts towards a more equitable, educated, and sustainable world, ensuring that no child is left behind in the pursuit of knowledge and a better future.
About the Millennium Fellow
Shahid Ul Islam, from Mantipora Shangus, is a law student at Kashmir University, Srinagar, and the author of "The Crestfallen Soul", a collection of poetry. He successfully completed the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2024, where he led a project on sustainable development and quality education, focusing on providing academic resources to underprivileged children. Actively involved in NGOs like the Jammu and Kashmir Student Association, he also serves as a Campus Ambassador for legal forums. With aspirations to join the judiciary or the civil services, he is dedicated to social justice and equitable education.
