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 AVNEE SARAOGI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Pune | Pune, India | Advancing SDG 5, SDG 10 & UNAI 6

" As a Millennium Fellow, I am excited because it offers a unique opportunity to align your passion for women in leadership and the UN Sustainable Development Goals with tangible impact. This fellowship allows me to collaborate with like-minded peers globally, expand your network, and gain invaluable mentorship. It's a platform to refine my leadership skills, develop innovative solutions, and contribute to meaningful change in the community. Being part of this prestigious program empowers me to turn my aspirations into action, making a real difference in areas I deeply care about. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Project Spectrum
Project Spectrum is a transformative initiative that unites the principles of empowerment, awareness, and dialogue to promote gender inclusivity and equality. It integrates three core components: empowering women entrepreneurs, amplifying transgender voices, and fostering LGBTQ+ awareness and inclusion.
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs:
Building on the foundation of Project Yava, this component supports women-led businesses through education, mentorship, and networking. It offers workshops on financial literacy, marketing, and leadership, along with opportunities to connect with peers and industry experts. By showcasing success stories, it inspires more women to pursue entrepreneurial ventures and contribute to economic and social change.
Amplifying Transgender Voices:
Inspired by Roshini, this aspect focuses on shedding light on the challenges faced by transgender individuals. Through creative content, personal storytelling, and interactive platforms, it creates visibility, challenges taboos, and fosters understanding. This element aims to ensure that transgender individuals are heard, respected, and included in societal narratives.
Fostering LGBTQ+ Awareness and Dialogue:
Drawing from PRISM Perspectives, this segment promotes open and respectful conversations about LGBTQ+ issues through panel discussions, debates, and digital media content. Workshops and educational programs aim to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to advocate for inclusivity and allyship.
Together, Project Spectrum weaves these components into a unified vision, creating a holistic framework for societal transformation. By bridging gaps and encouraging collaboration, it strives to build a future where gender inclusivity and equality are not just ideals, but realities.
About the Millennium Fellow
Avnee Saraogi, a student at Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Pune, is driven by a passion for women in leadership. Deeply committed to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, she consistently seeks knowledge to contribute meaningfully to these global aims. Inspired by her grandmother, Avnee once ran a small business, where she honed her entrepreneurial skills. Her journey reflects a blend of academic curiosity and personal ambition, making her a promising advocate for future leadership and sustainable development.





