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 SALAWU FAREEDAH FOLASHADE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Ilorin | Ilorin, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 5 & UNAI 3
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it empowers me to advocate for gender equality and work towards creating a more inclusive society. This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with others who share my passion for social justice, and together, we can drive meaningful change and promotes equal opportunities for all. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Equality Matters
The "Equality Matters" project aims to promote gender equality by raising awareness about the importance of equal rights and opportunities for all genders. Through a series of discussions, and community events, this project will engage participants in conversations about gender stereotypes, discrimination, and the impact of inequality on society. "Equality Matters" will collaborate with aligned individuals towards achieving the same goal to empower individuals and foster a culture of respect and inclusion. This project will also utilize social media campaigns to reach a broader audience, encouraging everyone to participate in the movement for equality. By highlighting stories of resilience and success, "Equality Matters" seeks to inspire change and create a more equitable future for all.
About the Millennium Fellow
Salawu Fareedah Folashade is an education technology student at the University of Ilorin, recognized for her exceptional leadership skills in group and project work. Her ability to inspire and guide her peers has made her a valuable asset in collaborative settings. In addition to her academic pursuits, she is an active member of the Rotaract Club at the University of Ilorin, where she engages in community service and leadership development. Born in Lagos State, Nigeria, she attended Federal Government Girls' College in Sagamu, Ogun State, where she laid the foundation for her future endeavors in education and technology.
