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 MAZEEDAT OLUWAFIKUNAYOMI OLABISI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta | Abeokuta, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 8
" I am extremely keen on the concept of self-development hence being a Millennium Fellow is a fantastic opportunity for my personal and professional growth. It will help develop my leadership skills, connect me with a global community of like-minded individuals who share my passion for creating positive change. Also, I am excited to be a millennium fellow because I will have access to experienced mentors who can guide and support me in my personal and professional journey.
I am hoping that as a Millennium Fellow, I will have opportunities to access funding for my projects and initiatives.
I'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact in my community and contribute to creating positive change in the world. I advocate for mental health because I am a service user and understand what challenges are associated with seeking professional help. I aim to make a difference using my own experiences as a starting point. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Mental Well-Being 1.0
Mental Well-Being 1.0 is a conference aimed at providing credible and professional information about mental health, the issues surrounding it and how to intervene as mental health advocates. During the course of the event, we invited professionals in the field to enlighten participants about the basics of mental health along with ways we could intervene as mental health advocates. The event also aims to bridge the gap in the mental health system in Nigeria by encouraging open conversations about the topic.
About the Millennium Fellow
Mazeedat Olabisi is an outspoken advocate of mental health, a student leader, hospitality and tourism student, and a well-being advocate. She has served and is still serving in numerous capacities. Her interests include writing, service to humanity and self-improvement. She participated in the African Leadership Academy Model Africa Union 2015 in South Africa. Mazeedat is known for her prowess with words and is currently writing a book. She enjoys quotes, with this one being her favourite: “Don’t let your past define you, destroy you, or defeat you. Let it strengthen you.
