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 AYOMIDE KAYODE AKINSEYE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Lagos College of Medicine | Lagos, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 3
" Envisioning a world where everyone, without exception, has access to the highest standard of healthcare has been my guiding principle since I first witnessed the stark gap in medical services available to underprivileged individuals in my community. This realization ignited a passion within me to work towards bridging that gap. I believe that the opportunity to become a Millennium Fellow will serve as a pivotal springboard, empowering me to transform this vision into a tangible reality and to make a lasting impact on the lives of those who are most in need. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: The Onco-Aware Initiative
Cervical cancer is the third most common cancer among women in Nigeria, with over 12,000 new cases and 8,000 deaths recorded in 2020 alone. Despite recent government efforts, including the acquisition of 7.7 million doses of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine and a new immunization protocol targeting girls aged 9-14, significant barriers remain. Misinformation, cultural stigma, and anti-vaccine sentiments undermine progress, putting millions of lives at risk.
This project seeks to address these challenges through a comprehensive approach to education, awareness, and access. Our goal is to empower communities, especially in underserved areas, with the knowledge and resources needed to prevent cervical cancer.
About the Millennium Fellow
Ayomide Akinseye is a passionate and driven individual, currently in his fourth year of medical school. With a profound interest in Cardiology, particularly Interventional
Cardiology, Ayomide is dedicated to advancing the field and making a meaningful impact. Born in the modest town of Okitipupa, Nigeria, he has always been motivated by the need for equitable healthcare access. This drive has led him to actively participate in multiple non-governmental organizations focused on delivering accessible healthcare to underserved populations. Ayomide's vision extends far beyond his origins; he is committed to championing healthcare access in underprivileged areas around the world, embodying both ambition and compassion in his pursuit of a better future for all.
