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 NIYOMUHOZA YVES, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Rwanda Huye | Butare, Rwanda | Advancing SDG 5 & UNAI 6
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with like-minded changemakers, develop leadership skills, and amplify the impact of my work. My passion for fighting gender-based violence and helping women and girls drives me to seek innovative solutions that create lasting change. As a medical student in Rwanda, I believe in the power of community-driven initiatives and teamwork to address social challenges. Through the Millennium Fellowship, I hope to gain new perspectives, refine my advocacy efforts, and make a meaningful difference in both healthcare and social justice. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Gender Based Violence
This project aims to tackle gender-based violence (GBV) among university students by raising awareness, providing support systems, and fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect. University campuses are microcosms of society where students from diverse backgrounds interact, making them crucial spaces for addressing and preventing GBV.
The project seeks to:
Educate: Conduct workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns to educate students about GBV, its forms, and its impacts. The sessions will include discussions on consent, gender equality, and respectful relationships.
Support: Establish confidential support services for survivors of GBV, including counseling, legal aid, and peer support groups.
Engage: Involve both male and female students, as well as faculty, in dialogue and advocacy to challenge cultural norms and attitudes that perpetuate GBV.
Collaborate: Partner with relevant organizations and institutions to develop policies that protect students and address GBV cases effectively.
Through these efforts, the project aims to create a safer and more supportive environment for all students, empowering them to stand against GBV and foster change both within the university and beyond.
Key Deliverables:
Comprehensive GBV awareness materials tailored to university students.
Regularly scheduled workshops and outreach programs.
A dedicated support center for survivors.
Policy recommendations to improve institutional responses to GBV.
About the Millennium Fellow
Niyomuhoza Yves is a dedicated medical student passionate about creating social impact, particularly by fighting gender-based violence and helping women and girls. Born and living in Rwanda, his desire to help others led him to study medicine at the University of Rwanda. He values teamwork and problem-solving, using creative approaches to drive change. Yves is committed to making a lasting impact in both his medical career and community efforts. He has attended the Aspire Leaders Program and continuously seeks new ways to contribute to society, reflecting his strong values and determination to create meaningful change.
