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 FATUMA TEWELEDA ABDOSH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Haramaya University | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Advancing SDG 17, SDG 4 & UNAI 2
" "Being a Millennium Fellow is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with like-minded individuals who share a passion for driving change. I firmly believe in the transformative power of education and healthcare to uplift lives, and I am excited to work towards innovative solutions that empower communities and promote well-being for all. Moreover, I eagerly anticipate gaining valuable skills through the fellowship, which will further enhance my ability to make a meaningful impact in the field." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: The Light House Project
This project provides short-term training for health students at Haramaya University, equipping them with skills to conduct reliable community-based research on mental health. Through a strong focus on experiential learning, students will gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience by identifying local mental health issues, assessing barriers to care, and proposing actionable solutions. Collaborations with stakeholders will support meaningful interventions, while trained students will act as peer trainers and join ongoing university research, promoting sustainability and a culture of evidence-based action.
Measurable Goals (Aug–Dec 2025):
1. Train 30+ health students in research skills.
2. Guide participants in conducting community-based mental health studies.
3. Identify barriers to mental health care in Harar and propose interventions.
4. Collaborate with local health institutions to implement interventions.
5. Establish a peer network to expand research training.
6. Connect trained participants with Haramaya University research projects as assistants.
About the Millennium Fellow
Fatuma Teweleda Abdosh is a medical student at Haramaya University in Ethiopia. She is dedicated to understanding healthcare challenges and improving health outcomes in her community. With a strong interest in public health, Fatuma aims to promote health education and awareness among diverse populations. Her academic journey is driven by a passion for making a meaningful impact in the field of medicine. After completing her studies, she plans to contribute to healthcare development and advocate for better health policies in her region.
