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 UMAIMA FAHEEM, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Fatima Jinnah Women University | Rawalpindi, Pakistan | Advancing SDG 5, SDG 5 & UNAI 6
" Empowering women and girls is at the heart of my work. As a Millennium Fellow, I'm excited to amplify my impact through collaborative learning, systems thinking, and innovative problem-solving. I'm driven to harness my skills in public administration and advocacy to advance gender equality and contribute to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. This fellowship will enable me to envision and implement transformative solutions, fostering a more just and equitable society. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Her Right, Her Voice
Her Right, Her Voice is a group project led by 4-5 Millennium Fellows at my campus, dedicated to addressing women’s rights and social justice in Pakistan. The project aims to educate women and girls about their fundamental rights by first identifying and understanding the core components of women’s rights and then delivering this knowledge through interactive sessions and awareness programs. During the Millennium Fellowship period (August–December 2025), the project will host a minimum of 2 to 3 in-person or online sessions designed to empower participants with legal, social, and educational awareness. We aim to directly engage 80–100 women and girls, equipping them with the tools to advocate for themselves and contribute toward building a more inclusive and equitable society. I am eager to work with them on this project and contribute to their mission of empowering women and girls.
About the Millennium Fellow
Umaima Faheem is a dedicated student of Public Administration at Fatima Jinnah Women University, where she is honing her skills in governance, policy analysis, and public service. With a strong academic foundation, she is passionate about promoting women's rights and empowerment, recognizing the pivotal role women play in shaping society. Umaima has actively engaged in various activities, including seminars, workshops, and community service projects, aimed at fostering gender equality and social justice. She is a vocal advocate for women's issues, often speaking out on matters that impact women's lives and futures. Through her academic pursuits and extracurricular involvement, she aspires to contribute meaningfully to public service and advocate for policies that uplift women's status in Pakistan. With a commitment to sustainable development, Umaima strives to make a positive impact in her community and beyond.
