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 MANAN MISHRA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
National University of Study and Research in Law | Ranchi, India | Advancing SDG 1, SDG 2, SDG 10, SDG 15 & UNAI 3
" I am driven by a vision of a world where justice, equality, and inclusion are not just
ideals, but realities. The Millennium Fellowship offers a platform to amplify this vision
and collaborate with like-minded individuals who share the passion to create
meaningful change. Through this opportunity, I hope to further my commitment to
social justice and human rights, turning our collective aspirations into tangible actions
that positively impact communities. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Project ASUR
Project Asur aims to empower Asur children through culturally contextualized education that integrates their heritage and traditions. By focusing on improving literacy rates, educational access, and community-driven learning, the project will work toward achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education, ensuring inclusive and equitable education for all.
Additionally, by advocating for the protection of Asur land and rights and promoting sustainable agricultural practices, Project Asur will contribute to SDG 1: No Poverty and SDG 2: Zero Hunger, helping the community reclaim their economic independence. Efforts to raise awareness about their rich cultural heritage and endangered language will support SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, ensuring the Asur people are recognized and valued as part of India's cultural mosaic.
By incorporating indigenous knowledge systems and advocating for eco-friendly livelihoods like sustainable iron-smelting and farming, Project Asur also aligns with SDG 15: Life on Land, focusing on the conservation and sustainable use of forest and land resources crucial to the Asur's survival.
In conclusion, Project Asur will not only serve as an educational initiative but as a broader platform to preserve and promote the cultural identity and sustainable development of the Asur community. Through targeted interventions in education, cultural preservation, and advocacy, the project will help bridge the gap between this marginalized group and the global goals of sustainable development.
About the Millennium Fellow
Manan Mishra is a second-year law student at the National University of Study and
Research in Law, Ranchi, India. Born and raised in Varanasi, he has cultivated a deep
passion for social justice, equality, and inclusion. Manan's commitment to these ideals
is evident through his volunteer work and internships with organizations like the
People's Union for Civil Liberties, where he advocated for human rights and peace,
particularly in the context of the Israel-Palestine conflict. His involvement with the Naz
Foundation further demonstrates his dedication to LGBTQIA+ and medical rights.
Manan aspires to continue his pursuit of social justice in his future endeavors.
