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 BENNY ADAUGO ACHUGO, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Nigeria Enugu | Enugu, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 6

" Being a Millennium Fellow excites me because it connects me with a global network of changemakers, amplifying our collective impact. I am passionate about the work I do because it allows me to contribute to sustainable development and empower communities to create a brighter future. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Safe haven empowerment initiative
Our foremost goal is to create a safe environment for individuals who have experienced abuse. This involves providing resources, support services, and advocacy to ensure their all-round well-being. We work closely with law enforcement and other organizations to offer immediate assistance and protection to those in need. Beyond safety, we are committed to empowering survivors to rebuild their lives with confidence and self-sufficiency. One key aspect of this empowerment is financial independence. We offer financial literacy programs, job training, and entrepreneurship opportunities to help survivors gain control over their finances and plan for a secure future. We recognize that children are often deeply affected by abuse in the home. That's why we provide specialized support services tailored to their needs. We acknowledge that men can also be victims of abuse, and our initiative is inclusive of all genders. We offer support services specifically tailored to the unique needs of male survivors, including legal assistance, and access to support groups where they can connect with others who have had similar experiences. Overall, our initiative is dedicated to creating a comprehensive support system that addresses the multifaceted needs of survivors of abuse.
About the Millennium Fellow
Benny Achugo is a 20 year old law student, from Imo state Nigeria. Benny is a self-motivated individual with a strong drive to assume leadership roles, consistently demonstrating exceptional leadership skills. Her dedication to duty and service is unwavering, regardless of the task's size.
She co-founded the Consociation for Mental Health and serves as the Head of Exposure and Tips Publicity in the LAWSA Technical Entrepreneurial and Vocational Committee (UNN). Additionally, she is a member of the LAWSA Publications Committee and a Senior Associate at Agbakoba Chambers within the University of Nigeria Students Bar Association (UNSBA).
Benny is a passionate writer, specializing in content creation and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) as a freelance writer.








