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 AKWA KELLY-PRIDE FRU, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
United States International University Africa | Nairobi, Kenya | Advancing SDG 15 & UNAI 2
" "I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it offers a platform to amplify my efforts in promoting quality healthcare and education. My passion for this work stems from a deep belief that everyone deserves access to accurate health information and the opportunity to lead a healthy life. Through initiatives like PHARMAWARE and my involvement with Open Dreams, I strive to empower communities with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions, ultimately fostering a healthier and more equitable society." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Green Roots
Green roots is a sustainable tree-planting initiative intended to improve biodiversity and restore ecosystems. The primary aim of Green Roots is to combat deforestation and soil erosion while providing a greener, healthier environment for local communities. Trees play an essential role in carbon sequestration, reducing the urban heat island effect, and supporting local biodiversity. Our ultimate goal is not just to plant trees but to instill in the local community an appreciation for conservation efforts, allowing them to become active stewards of their environment.
About the Millennium Fellow
Akwa Kelly-Pride, a Cameroonian who grew up in the Northwest region of Cameroon, is currently studying pharmacy at USIU Africa. From a young age, she has been passionate about quality healthcare and has volunteered through several outreach programs that promote health. She is part of the NGO Open Dreams, which aims to equalize access to education for all, where she serves as a program facilitator and mentor. Akwa also runs a sensitization platform called PHARMAWARE, which educates communities on the dangers and correct usage of commonly sold OTC medications. She holds several leadership roles, including being the 3rd-year representative of her school's pharmacy association. Akwa aspires to advocate for good health and well-being through her career and the PHARMAWARE program.
