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 BUSHRA ANSARI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
University of Peshawar | Peshawar, Pakistan | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 13, SDG 15, SDG 10, SDG 17 & UNAI 3, UNAI 9

" "As a Millennium Fellow, I'm thrilled to join a global community of change-makers who share my passion for sustainability and social impact! This fellowship will help me amplify my voice, expand my network, and sharpen my skills to create even more ripple effects. I'm excited to learn from like-minded individuals and mentors, and to contribute my own experiences and perspectives. As I grow and learn through this fellowship, I envision myself becoming an even more confident, compassionate, and effective leader for sustainable development. I'm ready to embrace this transformative journey and make a meaningful difference in the world". "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Building Bridges: Educating Pakistan's Youth
Pakistan, with its large population, faces significant challenges in providing quality education, particularly in rural and conflict-affected areas. Many children, especially girls, are unable to attend school due to socio-cultural barriers, economic hardships, and security issues. This issue became even more evident with the recent bombing of Afia Islamic School in Waziristan. While no lives were lost, the destruction of the school highlighted the fragility of educational infrastructure in conflict zones and the urgent need for sustainable education programs. As part of the Millennium Fellowship, we recognized the importance of focusing on education for girls, a segment of the population that is often marginalized in these regions. At the heart of the project is SDG 4: Quality Education, but as a part of our broader vision, we also encompassed other SDGs like SDG 13 Climate Action, SDG 15 Life on Land, SDG 17 partnership for the goal, and most importantly SDG 5 Gender Equality. Our team works to ensure that every child, regardless of gender or background, has access to quality education. By organizing workshops and awareness campaigns, Edify Pakistan encourages communities to prioritize education, particularly for girls, and highlights the importance of education in shaping a sustainable future. As the Edify Pakistan project continues to evolve, the team remains committed to creating a lasting impact. The lessons learned through the Millennium Fellowship have provided a solid foundation for the team to build upon. The team’s future efforts will focus on ensuring that the work started through this initiative is not only sustained but also expanded to reach more communities across Pakistan. The "Building Bridges: Education Pakistan's Youth" project is more than just an initiative; it is a movement to empower Pakistan’s youth, provide them with the tools to tackle global challenges, and create a sustainable future.
About the Millennium Fellow
Bushra Ansari, a dedicated and passionate individual, was born and raised in Chitral, Pakistan. With a lifelong commitment to social impact, she serves as a role model for others, inspiring positive change globally. Currently, she's a first-year student of Environmental Studies at John Wesley Theological College in Budapest, Hungary. Since primary school, Bushra has actively promoted nature conservation and advocates for environmental protection. She emphasizes personal responsibility and kindness towards all beings. With a bright future ahead, Bushra continues to empower communities and protect the planet, leaving a lasting legacy.





