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 MUKABYIRINGIRO ESTHER, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
United States International University Africa | Nairobi, Kenya | Advancing SDG 15 & UNAI 2

" I am passionate about empowering communities through sustainable agriculture and nutrition education. Being a part of the Millennium Fellowship will amplify my efforts to combat malnutrition and promote health in rural areas. The skills and networks I gain from this experience will help me create a lasting impact, aligning my work with the UNAI principles and the Sustainable Development Goals. I am excited to collaborate with like-minded individuals and drive positive change in my community. "
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
Mukabyiringiro Esther is a driven and compassionate pharmacy student at United States International University-Africa (USIU-A). She hails from a rural area in Rwanda, where she witnessed firsthand the challenges of malnutrition—not due to a lack of food, but a lack of knowledge in preparing balanced diets. With a strong background in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from Groupe Officiel de Butare, Esther is currently leading a project to empower women in her community to practice sustainable agriculture, prepare nutritious meals, and prevent communicable diseases. Her work reflects a deep commitment to improving health and well-being.