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 JOSEPH PHIRI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
United States International University Africa | Nairobi, Kenya | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 3 & UNAI 3
" I'm thrilled to become a Millennium Fellow because I'm passionate about creating a world where no girl is held back by her menstrual cycle. Growing up, I saw friends and family members miss school and opportunities due to period poverty. It broke my heart to see their potential limited by something so natural. Now, I'm driven to shatter menstrual stigmas and ensure girls can thrive without barriers. As a Millennium Fellow, I'll amplify my advocacy, connecting with like-minded changemakers to create a global wave of change. Together, we can make menstruation a symbol of empowerment, not shame." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Soles for Success
Soles for Success is a project dedicated to providing educational materials, including shoes, as well as menstrual hygiene education. It aims to support students' well-being, enhance learning experiences, and promote overall empowerment.
About the Millennium Fellow
Joseph Phiri, a visionary first-year student at United States International University in Kenya, is a passionate advocate for social change. Born in rural Zambia, Joseph has witnessed firsthand the struggles of young girls in his village who face period poverty. Each December, he leads campaigns to empower and educate girls about menstrual health, aiming to shatter stigmas and myths. With a burning desire to make a global impact, Joseph aspires to become a world figure, contributing to Sustainable Development Goal 3, and ensuring that no girl is held back by her menstrual cycle.
