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 MAISHA IFFAT CHOWDHURY, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
BRAC University | Dhaka, Bangladesh | Advancing SDG 9, SDG 17 & UNAI 9
" "I've always been drawn to using technology to make life a little easier for people, especially those who don't always get the same chances as others. I've realized that with the right tools and support, people can live with more freedom and dignity. I'm only here today because others who believed in me and guided me, and I want to do the same, to take what I learn and turn it into something that helps others too." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Esscre
Esscre is an innovative creative tech startup based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, dedicated to recognizing and empowering the country’s artistic talent. By democratizing access to art, Esscre ensures that artists gain the appreciation, exposure, and credit they deserve. Our mission is to create a thriving ecosystem where creativity flourishes, turning artistic passion into sustainable livelihoods. Through digitization, artist incubators, and community engagement, Esscre aspires to make art a celebrated and viable profession in Bangladesh.
Measurable Goals (August–December 2025):
1. Artist Onboarding & Sales: Onboard 100+ emerging artists, with at least 30% achieving their first sale on the platform.
2. Economic Impact: Facilitate 100+ successful art transactions, generating over BDT 500,000 (≈ USD 4,500) in artist earnings.
3. Community Engagement: Host 5+ workshops and networking events, engaging 300+ participants to foster collaboration and growth.
4. Digital & Social Media Reach: Reach 10,000+ individuals through awareness campaigns, achieving 5,000+ meaningful engagements.
5. International Collaborations: Secure 10+ international clients for custom commissions, completing at least 5 major art projects.
Success will be tracked through artist sales, event participation, social media analytics, and project completion rates. By achieving these milestones, Esscre aims to create lasting impact — helping Bangladeshi artists gain visibility, economic stability, and global opportunities.
About the Millennium Fellow
Maisha Iffat Chowdhury is an undergraduate student of Computer Science and Engineering at BRAC University, Bangladesh. Born and raised in Dhaka, she has always been curious about solving problems and exploring practical ways to apply her knowledge. Her passion for helping people inspires her to design technology that makes life easier, more accessible, and inclusive. With a strong drive for continuous learning, she aspires to use her skills and creativity to contribute meaningfully toward building a better world.
