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 THANKAM JIM, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences | Kolkata, India | Advancing SDG 5, SDG 10, SDG 4 & UNAI 6
" As someone deeply passionate about inclusiveness in diversity, the non-existence of sexual harassment, and the importance of mutual respect, I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it provides an incredible platform to amplify these values. My journey, from participating in street theatre to raise awareness to pursuing law at NUJS Kolkata, has been driven by a commitment to creating a more just and inclusive society. The Millennium Fellowship represents an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and make a tangible impact on the global stage. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Respect & Empower
"Respect & Empower" is a student-led initiative dedicated to ending sexual harassment through education, advocacy, and safe dialogue. The project addresses both active and passive harassment by fostering a culture of respect, consent, and accountability on campus.
Our approach includes conducting educational workshops on consent, bystander intervention, and respectful communication. We organize awareness campaigns through social media and campus events to challenge harmful norms and amplify survivor voices. Additionally, we host monthly safe-space discussions where individuals can share experiences, seek support, and learn from others.
By engaging students, faculty, and staff, we aim to create an inclusive environment where harassment is openly addressed, and preventive actions are normalized. We also collaborate with advocacy organizations and mental health professionals for comprehensive impact.
Through collective action, "Respect & Empower" envisions a campus where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered to stand against harassment and support positive societal change.
About the Millennium Fellow
Thankam Jim is a passionate, ambitious, and globally competitive law student at the West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata, West Bengal, India. Born and brought up in Kerala, India, she has always been deeply influenced by the rich cultural diversity of her country. This upbringing has fueled her commitment to ensuring that everyone feels included, regardless of their background. Her passion for inclusiveness in diversity is matched by her strong stance against sexual harassment and her belief in the importance of mutual respect in all interactions.
Throughout her school life, Thankam actively promoted these values by participating in street theatre, using this platform to raise awareness about critical social issues. Her dedication to creating a more inclusive and respectful society has been a consistent theme in her personal and academic journey.
