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 JOSEPH OGUTI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Makerere University | Kampala, Uganda | Advancing SDG 2, SDG 1, SDG 13 & UNAI 1
" "I am thrilled to be a part of the Millennium Fellowship because it aligns with my passion for community-driven change. Growing up in Teso, Uganda, I've witnessed firsthand the impact of collective action on local development. Through my work, I aim to bridge the gap between environmental conservation and community empowerment. The Millennium Fellowship will equip me with the skills and network to amplify my efforts, driving sustainable growth and social justice in my community, and contributing meaningfully to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Fruit School
The Fruit School Project aimed to promote environmental conservation, improve nutrition, and enhance livelihoods among school-going children in the Teso sub-region of Uganda. The project involved planting 1000 fruit trees across primary and secondary schools in Ngora and Kumi districts, with the goal of increasing tree cover, providing access to fresh fruits, and generating income for school communities through fruit sales.
About the Millennium Fellow
Joseph Oguti, born and raised in Teso, Uganda, is a driven and passionate individual dedicated to creating positive change in his community. As a fourth-year Forestry student at Makerere University, Joseph has developed a strong foundation in environmental conservation and management. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by local communities, Joseph is committed to working collaboratively with them to drive sustainable development and social change. Through his leadership roles as Speaker of the Teso Students Development Association (TESDA) and Finance Minister of the Forestry Association Makerere University (FAMU), Joseph has demonstrated his ability to mobilize and empower others to work towards a common goal.
