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 AADARSH KUMAR, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology | Nagpur, India | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 6
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it offers an incredible opportunity to collaborate with like-minded individuals who share a passion for creating positive change. I believe in the power of community, and this fellowship will allow me to amplify my efforts in mental health advocacy, bridging the gap between resources and students, and making a lasting impact on well-being. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Hearts and Minds Initiative
The Millennium Fellowship project undertaken by our cohort focuses on addressing one of the most pressing issues among youngsters today: high levels of stress, mental health struggles, and the alarming rate of suicides. Despite the availability of mental health resources, a significant gap persists—students often remain unaware of existing helplines and support systems. Recognizing this gap, our project aims to bridge it by creating awareness, fostering conversations around mental well-being, and connecting students with the help they need.
Through interactive and engaging mental health awareness sessions, we addressed the challenges faced by students, especially those preparing for exams and navigating the complexities of peer pressure. By equipping them with practical stress management tools and fostering a culture of empathy and emotional support, we aspire to create a lasting impact on their mental health and well-being.
Our initiative extends beyond in-person sessions, with the development of a blog site for VNIT students to share their experiences and access professional mental health resources. This platform aims to normalize discussions about mental health and ensure that no student feels alone in their struggles.
With the support of the Millennium Fellowship program, we are committed to creating a safer, more supportive environment for students to thrive emotionally and academically.
About the Millennium Fellow
Aadarsh is Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur. He is deeply committed to mental health advocacy. Having seen firsthand how mental health struggles can affect students, Aadarsh is passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and ensuring students have easy access to the resources they need. With a focus on fostering open discussions and creating supportive environments, He is driven to help others manage their mental well-being. By working with peers and leveraging existing networks, Aadarsh aims to make a meaningful and lasting difference in promoting mental health awareness and support within the student community.
