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 TARUN 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 excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it allows me to translate my passion for child rights and social justice into tangible actions. This fellowship is a unique opportunity to work alongside like-minded individuals, amplify my impact, and bring about meaningful change for vulnerable 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
Tarun Mishra is a 2nd year law student at National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi, India. Born and raised in small village in Prayagraj, India, he has a keen interest working for the marginalised communities and avocating for social justice. Growing up in a rural environment has profoundly influenced his understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized communities, fueling his commitment to advocate for those in need. Tarun has demonstrated his legal acumen and leadership qualities through his volunteering and internship experiences at National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), Government of India and High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Allahabad, India. He aspires to continue his unwavering pursuit of social justice and equality in his future endeavors.
