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 SAAD TARIQ, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Air University | Islamabad, Pakistan | Advancing SDG 9, SDG 16 & UNAI 9
" I am excited to join the Millennium Fellowship because it offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with like-minded leaders from around the world, gain valuable mentorship, and enhance my ability to create impactful projects. This platform will allow me to further my work in promoting social justice and integrating Islamic banking principles into the financial sector, turning innovative ideas into sustainable solutions that benefit communities locally and globally. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Islamic Finance & Decentralized Blockchain Banking
This Islamic DEX Blockchain Banking System aims to spread awareness about Blockchain technology and its role in supporting Islamic, interest-free financial systems in Pakistan. We educate people about the benefits of transparent, secure, and low-cost digital finance through decentralized platforms. The project highlights how Blockchain can improve financial inclusion,especially for low-income communities. Alongside the awareness campaign, we are developing a simple prototype of an Islamic DEX Blockchain Banking System. The prototype shows how users can make Shariah compliant transactions without relying on traditional banks and secure hashes for security. It demonstrates secure digital wallets, transparent records, and interest-free financial operations. Finally,the project includes modern technology while staying connected with Islamic financial principles.
About the Millennium Fellow
Saad Tariq is a dedicated computer science student at Air University, currently pursuing his studies in Islamabad. Passionate about leveraging technology for societal good, he is committed to promoting social justice and advocating for the integration of Islamic banking principles in the financial sector. Over the course of his academic journey, Saad has successfully completed numerous projects, demonstrating both technical expertise and a strong sense of purpose in aligning innovation with ethical values.
