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.
UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT DASTANA AIMAQ, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Asian University for Women | Chattogram, Bangladesh | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 4 & UNAI 3
" Education is the most powerful tool for change, and I am committed to using it to open doors for girls who are often left without opportunities. The Millennium Fellowship will allow me to strengthen my leadership, refine my project, and collaborate with other change makers to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals. I am excited to transform my vision for empowering Afghan girls into impactful action that creates lasting change. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Empower Her Education
Empower Her Education is a project dedicated to supporting Afghan girls who face educational barriers due to conflict, limited resources, and social restrictions. The project provides free English classes, preparation for international language tests (such as Duolingo, IELTS, and TOEFL), and guidance on applying for scholarships and global opportunities. By helping girls gain language proficiency and academic confidence, the project increases their access to higher education, scholarships, and international learning platforms. The initiative also aims to build long-term empowerment by equipping young women with communication skills and global awareness. Through online teaching, personalized guidance, and community support, Empower Her Education seeks to create pathways for Afghan girls to pursue further education and transform their futures.
About the Millennium Fellow
Dastana Aimaq is a passionate and determined student at the Asian University for Women, originally from Afghanistan and currently living in Bangladesh. Deeply committed to empowering girls, especially in Afghanistan, she is developing initiatives to teach English, prepare students for proficiency exams, and connect them with scholarship opportunities. Dastana’s leadership as a Wellness Ambassador and her dedication to fashion, styling, and women’s self-expression reflect her creativity and vision. She aspires to continue advancing education, mental well-being, and women’s empowerment, contributing meaningfully to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
