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 OLUWATOMISONA DORCAS ALAKE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Bowen University Ogbomosho | Ogbomosho, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 2, SDG 6 & UNAI 3
" I would be genuinely excited to be a part of the Millennium Fellowship because it offers a unique opportunity to grow as a leader while creating real social impact. As a physiotherapy student passionate about health education and public welfare, I believe this platform will equip me with the global perspective, skills, and network needed to take my community service initiatives to the next level.
Being selected means becoming part of a vibrant community of young change makers who are committed to the Sustainable Development Goals. That kind of environment inspires me. I'm particularly excited to learn how to structure impactful projects, collaborate across disciplines, and amplify my work on health literacy—especially in underserved communities in Nigeria.
This Fellowship aligns perfectly with my goal of using physiotherapy not just as a clinical profession, but as a tool for education, advocacy, and long-term community development. I see it as a launchpad to do more, serve better, and lead boldly. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: U5-I: Little Minds, Big Futures
The Under5Initiative is a community health project focused on reducing morbidity and mortality among children under the age of five through targeted health education, early detection, and improved access to preventive care. The initiative works to address the major causes of under-five deaths—such as malaria, pneumonia, diarrheal diseases, malnutrition, and poor vaccination uptake—by providing evidence-based interventions and empowering caregivers with practical knowledge.
Through school outreach programs, community sensitization, basic screenings, demonstrations on hygiene and nutrition, and collaborative engagement with local health centres, the Under5Initiative aims to strengthen health-seeking behaviors in families. Our approach combines medical expertise, culturally sensitive communication, and grassroots engagement to create sustainable improvements in child health outcomes in underserved communities.
The initiative is led by medical doctors & students committed to driving social impact, bridging health literacy gaps, and bringing essential care closer to vulnerable populations. Each outreach is designed to be interactive, accessible, and tailored to the unique needs of the communities we serve.
About the Millennium Fellow
Alake Oluwatomisona is a young, bright, and competitive physiotherapy student at Bowen University Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Oyo State. Born and raised in Nigeria, she currently resides in Lagos.
Tomisona has always been passionate about helping people and making a positive impact in the world. Her dedication to service and compassion for others are evident in her personal and academic pursuits. She currently serves as the Welfare Director for the Bowen University Physiotherapy Class of 2025/2026, where she actively advocates for the well-being of her peers.
With a strong interest in addressing issues related to health education and public awareness, Tomisona aspires to use her profession to combat illiteracy and promote healthier communities. She remains committed to improving lives—one step at a time.
