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 PROTAIS HASHIMWUMUKIZA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Rwanda Huye | Butare, Rwanda | Advancing SDG 5 & UNAI 6
" "Diversity and creativity" are two aspects that deeply attract me to the Millennium Fellowship Program. I am eager to engage in the valuable community service experiences it offers, which will help shape my focus and further fuel my passion for becoming a public health advocate, influencer, and researcher. Knowing that my voice will be respected and appreciated, I aim to prioritize the perspectives of others, fostering a spirit of collaboration rather than competition among my equally passionate peers.As I take responsibility for addressing today's public health challenges, such as mental health issues and antimicrobial resistance, I am grateful for the trust and encouragement that the Millennium Fellowship will instill in me throughout the program. "
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
Protais Hashimwumukiza is a forward-thinking and optimistic young man, driven by his passion for public health. Currently studying pharmacy at the University of Rwanda, he has been dedicated to promoting public health from a young age. His enthusiasm stems from his involvement in Youth Action for Health Rwanda during high school and his continued participation in community service. As the Director of Finance and Administration at AMR Initiative Rwanda, a youth-led non-profit organization, Protais is committed to raising awareness about antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and educating the youth, both in Rwanda and beyond. He aspires to be a catalyst for positive change for his generation and future ones. Protais possesses a broad range of skills, including leadership, health promotion, financial management, digital proficiency, and teamwork. However, he remains humble, always eager to learn more, work harder, and express gratitude for the opportunities he has.
