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 ELIZABETH MUNTHALI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences | Blantyre, Malawi | Advancing SDG 12, SDG 11 & UNAI 9
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it provides a unique platform to collaborate with like-minded individuals who are passionate about creating sustainable solutions. This fellowship will help me amplify my efforts in waste management, transforming ideas into actionable projects that align with the SDGs. I believe that small, consistent actions can lead to significant change, and through this experience, I aim to make a lasting social and environmental "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Plastic Bottles To Purpose
Our project aims at transforming plastic bottles to a useful item. The plastic bottles are shredded into pellets, and these pellets are used as a decorative item when making a key holder. A certain amount of pellets is mixed with Epoxy making a decorative key holder. Alongside this, we are promoting awareness about the importance of recycling through various media outlets.
About the Millennium Fellow
Elizabeth Munthali is a passionate and driven environmental advocate committed to promoting sustainable practices and waste management solutions. Currently pursuing bachelor's of Arts in Business Communication at Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences. Elizabeth has always been inspired by the need for responsible consumption and reducing plastic waste. Through projects like "Plastic to Purpose," Elizabeth aims to create a positive environmental impact while supporting underprivileged students. With a deep dedication to advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, Elizabeth envisions a future where sustainability and social equity go hand in hand.
