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 ISMAIL DUALE HIRSI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Riara University | Nairobi, Kenya | Advancing SDG 16, SDG 4, SDG 10, SDG 17, SDG 5, SDG 8 & UNAI 8
" I am thrilled to join the Millennium Fellowship as I believe that it will provide a significant opportunity to work alongside fellow changemakers and enhance my efforts in addressing pressing issues such as violent extremism, radicalization and the inequalities that leads to these issues. My dedication to this work is informed by my belief in the transformative power of collective action, and I am committed to driving positive change within my community. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Zero Violent Extremism Initiative 254 (ZVEI254)
Zero Violent Extremism 254 (ZVE254), aims to counter radicalization among young people in Kenya. Aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16, which promotes peace, justice, and strong institutions, the project leverages the transformative power of traditional African art and modern expressions to foster critical discussions on the dangers of radicalization.
At its core, ZVE254 is dedicated to educating and empowering high school and university students, helping them build resilience against extremist ideologies through creative engagement.
About the Millennium Fellow
Ismail Duale Hirsi, born in Kenya, is a third-year student at Riara University, pursuing a degree in International Relations and Diplomacy. He is deeply committed to peace and security, with a strong focus on countering violent extremism and preventing youth radicalization. His efforts are closely aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions; SDG 4: Quality Education; SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities; and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. Ismail looks forward to participating in the Millennium Fellowship program.
