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 RIJJA H, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 2 & UNAI 1

" "Being a Millennium Fellow excites me because it provides a platform to turn my passion for social justice into tangible impact. I am eager to collaborate with a network of dedicated individuals to address pressing social issues and promote inclusivity. This opportunity will enable me to develop and implement initiatives that drive positive change in our communities and beyond. The chance to contribute to meaningful projects and amplify voices for equity and justice is incredibly inspiring, and I am committed to making a difference through this fellowship." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Joyous Alms
Food security is a fundamental human right. Unfortunately, for millions of people worldwide, food insecurity is a harsh reality. It is essential that we all do our part to eliminate this, and ensure reliable access to healthy and nutritious food for all. Hence, initiatives like food drives can play a crucial role in both alleviating immediate hunger and contributing to larger global goals.
Our project, ‘Joyous Alms’, is based on SDG 2, which aims to "end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture" by 2030. We believe that food drives not only can serve as a tool to eliminate short-term hunger, but can also contribute to bigger goals. Food drives not only provide an immediate means to support individuals and families in crisis, they also encourage a sense of collective responsibilty. It shows us that hunger is an issue that can be confronted locally with the simple act of ‘sharing’. Through our project, we wanted to show that even small efforts can add up to a significant change, and the fight against hunger starts with each one of us.
About the Millennium Fellow
Rijja H, a student at SSN College of Engineering, is a driven individual with a passion for computer science. Born in Coimbatore, living in Bangalore, and studying in Chennai, her diverse background enriches her perspective. Rijja is actively involved in tech projects. She is also a strong advocate for equality, standing up against disparities and promoting inclusivity. Her dedication to both her field and social justice, combined with her resilience and work ethic, makes her an ideal candidate . She approaches challenges with a positive mindset and a problem-solving attitude, qualities that are essential for success in the fast-evolving field of computer science. Her ability to balance rigorous studies with a proactive stance on social issues demonstrates a unique blend of intellectual capability and ethical responsibility.Rijja’s commitment to using technology for positive change underscores her potential impact.











