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 JUNZHE GU, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University College London | London, United Kingdom | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 17, SDG 10, SDG 13, SDG 9, SDG 3, SDG 4 & UNAI 5

" "As a Millennium Fellow, I am excited to leverage my background in Education Studies and my passion for addressing educational inequality. Junzhe Gu believes that every individual deserves access to quality education, regardless of their abilities or socio-economic status. My work aims to contribute to the global effort to promote educational equity and excellence, and I am honored to be part of a community dedicated to making a lasting impact on the future of education." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Bridging the Gap
The "Bridging the Gap" project represents a pioneering educational initiative that tackles societal disparities through two complementary approaches. This comprehensive project combines international diplomatic education with localized technological innovation to create meaningful educational change at multiple levels.
At its core, the project's first component revolutionizes Model United Nations (MUN) education by bridging the gap between simulation and real-world impact. Through UCLMUN Edition X, the initiative has transformed traditional MUN experiences into vehicles for tangible social change. This transformation manifests through charitable giving mechanisms, practical engagement with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and expanded access to diplomatic education across 47 countries. The program has achieved remarkable growth, with a 55.2% increase in participation engaging over 283 delegates. It features eight specialized committees addressing critical global issues, complemented by expert speaker sessions, real-time crisis simulations, and an innovative Press Committee providing journalism experience. Partnerships with over 80 stakeholders and sponsors have strengthened the program's reach and sustainability.
The second component addresses educational inequalities in rural China through the innovative integration of technology and modern teaching methodologies. This initiative empowers educators with AI-integrated teaching methods and multimedia tools, transforming traditional classrooms into dynamic learning environments. By leveraging existing infrastructure and students' personal electronic devices, the program creates engaging, interactive learning experiences while building essential media literacy skills. Through specialized workshops and ongoing support, teachers develop proficiency in using technology effectively, leading to more inclusive and engaging classroom environments.
About the Millennium Fellow
Junzhe Gu is a BA Education Studies student at University College London, with a particular interest in the field of educational inequality. She has engaged in research at the China Academy of Social Sciences and UCL, focusing on international education and policy, which has deepened her understanding of educational disparities.
Junzhe founded an influential academic organization for Chinese students and scholars at UCL, fostering a community dedicated to advancing knowledge in education. Her skills in Chinese Sign Language and Braille reflect her commitment to disability education, and she actively promotes the development and implementation of inclusive policies worldwide.











