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 NDADZIWA MATIKI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Malawi | Lilongwe, Malawi | Advancing SDG 1, SDG 2, SDG 5 & UNAI 1
" "I'm thrilled to be a Millennium Fellow because it amplifies my passion for driving positive change. I believe that everyone deserves a chance to thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances. Through my work, I strive to bridge the poverty gap, combat climate change, and champion education. Being part of the Millennium Fellowship community inspires me to continue pushing boundaries, challenging the status quo, and co-creating a more sustainable future for all. Together, we can achieve the extraordinary and make a lasting impact!" "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Financial Gap Reduction Project
In Malawi most people do not value assets they have. For instance people fail to access loan yet they have goats, cattles and other farm properties. There are many challenges that people face due to lack of awareness and collaboration to different organizations. One of the areas is Chiradzulu districts. This project is aimed at providing awareness and access to funding in agriculture. Financial management is also at the heart of this project. Under United National Sustainable Development Goals this project target to achieve many goals. This projects takes a mult-dimension approach. Some of the targets to achieve the following SDGs 1, Zero poverty. 2, Zero Hunger. 3, Gender and Equality. This project is a transformative initiative designed to address income inequality by fostering financial literacy, empowering underserved communities, and promoting sustainable economic opportunities. The tour takes a holistic approach to tackling financial disparities by combining education, collaboration, and resource accessibility. With a focus on tangible outcomes, the initiative aims to empower individuals to achieve financial independence and narrow economic gaps in society.
About the Millennium Fellow
NDADZIWA MATIKI, a driven and passionate undergraduate at the University of Malawi, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Geography. As a Malawian citizen, he's dedicated to bridging the poverty gap, mitigating climate change, and championing education. With a wealth of international community experience, NDADZIWA has successfully led projects and philanthropic initiatives, showcasing outstanding leadership and sustainability. He aspires to contribute to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, harnessing his skills to drive positive change and create a lasting impact. Get ready to witness the remarkable journey of this change-maker!
