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ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2025

United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 60,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2025 on 7,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 290+ campuses worldwide (less than 5%) were selected to host the 4,500+ Millennium Fellows.

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UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT SHADRACK BERDAH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.

Ashesi University | Accra, Ghana | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 5, SDG 10 & UNAI 3

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" I am driven by the belief that technology and innovation can transform education and empower communities. Being a Millennium Fellow excites me because it will equip me with the global network and leadership skills to scale my ideas, create sustainable solutions, and align my work with the SDGs. I am committed to using my skills in management and data-driven problem-solving to make a meaningful social impact. "

Millennium Fellowship Project: EduGo

My community is made up of around 400 people. One of the biggest challenges we face is the lack of access to quality education. This gap has left many young people with few options for their future. In recent years, many youths, some as young as 12, have dropped out of school to work as motorbike riders for wealthier outsiders who own the bikes. While this provides short-term income, it has led to serious issues like rising school dropout rates, increased accidents, and even theft. This situation has troubled me deeply. For the past two years, I’i've been thinking about how to create a lasting solution using the knowledge and skills I’i've gained so far. That’s how EduGo was born. EduGo is an education-centered initiative designed to help young people in my community stay in school and prepare for a better future. The goal is to provide mentorship, basic literacy and numeracy support, and practical skills training that connects education to real-life opportunities. By building a system that promotes continuous learning, personal growth, and access to better alternatives, EduGo aims to give young people the tools they need to thrive without having to abandon their education for unsafe, short-term jobs.

About the Millennium Fellow

Shadrack Berdah was born in Odumse, Dodowa, Greater Accra Region of Ghana, where he currently resides. A passionate young leader and entrepreneur, he draws inspiration from the struggles of his community, fueling his vision to create lasting change. A full scholarship recipient at Ghana Christian International High School, he now studies Management Information Systems at Ashesi University. Through initiatives such as teaching at Twafoman Senior and Technical High School and serving as a professional peer coach at Ashesi University, Shadrack continues to inspire others. His commitment to leadership and service drives his dedication to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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