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 SUKIRTI BAJPAI, 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
" Passion for social justice and a strong commitment to human rights fuel my legal journey and advocacy work. Being part of the Millennium Fellowship will allow me to further enhance these skills collaboratively while expanding my understanding of global challenges. The experience will sharpen my ability to create a lasting social impact, particularly in areas like child welfare and legal empowerment, aligning my efforts with the UNAI principles and the Sustainable Development Goals. I am eager to develop greater anticipatory competence, exploring innovative solutions to legal and social issues, and building a more equitable and just future for all. "
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
Sukirti Bajpai is a passionate and dedicated second-year law student at the National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi. Born in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, she is deeply committed to creating meaningful social change through her advocacy for human rights, child welfare, and legal empowerment. From an early age, Sukirti has been vocal about issues of injustice, and her passion has only deepened through her experiences in law school and her active involvement in social justice initiatives.
Her internship at the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) provided Sukirti with invaluable insight into the systemic challenges faced by vulnerable children in India. She has also been actively engaged in providing legal aid services to those who need it most, using her growing legal knowledge to support underprivileged communities. Sukirti's leadership skills have shone through in her ability to organize awareness campaigns and drive social action, whether through school, college, or her involvement in various organizations.
With a strong sense of purpose, Sukirti aspires to build a career where she can continue to advocate for human rights and contribute to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in areas concerning child welfare and access to justice.
