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 SOPHIA BENABDALLAH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Central European University | Vienna, Austria | Advancing SDG 5, SDG 4 & UNAI 6

" My passion for international law and gender equality is driven by a belief that inclusive governance can transform societies. The Millennium Fellowship will empower me to amplify my advocacy, connect with like-minded change makers, and translate ideas into impactful, sustainable action. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Quick Voices for Equality
“Quick Voices for Equality†is a student-led video project aligned with SDG 5 – Gender Equality (and the SDG 4 – Quality Education). It aims to raise awareness about gender issues through short, engaging interviews with CEU students, professors and activists. Each conversation explores a different topic, such as gender bias, masculinity and feminism offering real-life perspectives, academic insights and practical ideas. The project uses a multi-platform approach: - Instagram & TikTok for 1-minute highlight clips to quickly engage younger audiences - YouTube for slightly longer, informative videos that dive deeper into each topic This format keeps content accessible and shareable while maximizing reach. Videos will be edited with simple tools, include subtitles and follow a consistent visual style. With about 1 video per week across the semester, the impact is powerful showcasing our commitment to inclusion, education and awareness raising. It encourages dialogue and fosters empathy.
About the Millennium Fellow
Sophia Benabdallah is an ambitious and globally minded student of Legal, Governmental, and Political Studies at Central European University in Vienna. Of Moroccan, French, and Austrian heritage, Sophia’s multicultural upbringing has shaped her passion for international law, governance, and gender equality. She has been actively involved in advocacy for women’s rights, social justice, and inclusive governance, leading projects through programs such as the Millennium Fellowship. With experience in global affairs initiatives, academic exchanges, and cross-cultural dialogue, Sophia aims to combine policy expertise with a commitment to equity. She aspires to build a career advancing human rights and sustainable governance worldwide.











