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 MD. ABDUL WAHID HASAN, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Shahjalal University of Science & Technology | Sylhet, Bangladesh | Advancing SDG 1, SDG 12, SDG 2, SDG 10 & UNAI 9
" I believe that creating meaningful change requires collective effort and a strong community. The Millennium Fellowship presents an incredible opportunity to learn, collaborate, and grow alongside like-minded individuals who are equally passionate about making a difference. I am excited to join forces with other bright minds, exchange ideas, and work together toward a more just and equitable world. This fellowship will allow me to refine my skills, expand my network, and contribute to the social impact I deeply care about. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Box of Equality
The "Box of Equality" initiative addresses key challenges in donation practices, including negligence, mismatched contributions, lack of tracking, and limited motivation for regular giving. By promoting thoughtful and need-based donations, it ensures that each contribution has a meaningful impact.
The project emphasizes preparing the next generation to practice responsible giving through gamified systems and awareness programs. Donors can choose items from an online inventory or assemble personalized boxes, which are delivered to recipients by a dedicated team. Feedback is collected and shared with donors, who also earn "Charity Points" for their contributions, motivating consistent involvement.
With a focus on transparency, accountability, and inclusivity, this initiative strives to make charitable giving a regular and impactful activity, fostering a culture of equality and empathy in society.
About the Millennium Fellow
Md. Abdul Wahid Hasan is a dedicated student of the Department of Bangla, driven by a deep commitment to language, culture, and social equity. Inspired by his upbringing and the values instilled by his family, he strives to preserve the rich heritage of Bengali literature while advocating for social justice. Guided by a sense of responsibility to uplift marginalised communities, he created the "Somotar Baksho" initiative, or "Box of Equity". Through this initiative, he focuses on bridging social divides and ensuring equal opportunities for all. Recently, Md. Abdul Wahid has been actively involved in educational reform efforts in Bangladesh, working tirelessly to create a more inclusive society where everyone has the chance to thrive.
