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 MARIAM MOSTAFA MORGAN, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Helwan University | Helwan, Egypt | Advancing SDG 12, SDG 9, SDG 13, SDG 11 & UNAI 9
" "My passion for design and social impact stems from a belief that creativity can be a powerful tool for change. Over the years, I have worked on initiatives in education, sustainability, and poverty reduction, always aiming to create solutions that are both practical and meaningful. Being part of the Millennium Fellowship will give me the opportunity to refine my skills in collaboration, leadership, and problem-solving. The experience will help me make my projects more impactful and better aligned with the UNAI principles and SDGs. I'm eager to explore innovative ways to address real challenges and bring positive change to communities." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: PACK IT
PackIt addresses issues of environmental sustainability and waste reduction through the design of eco-friendly, reusable packaging solutions. The project introduces modular cube-shaped boxes of different sizes, designed to make moving easier for households, newlyweds, and companies while reducing reliance on traditional single-use cardboard.
The project aims to engage with local communities and businesses to promote sustainable moving practices and raise awareness about the importance of eco-friendly packaging.
During the Millennium Fellowship period (August–December 2025), PackIt will:
Design and prototype at least three sizes of modular boxes.
Partner with at least two local businesses or student groups to pilot the use of PackIt boxes.
Host two awareness workshops on sustainable packaging and waste reduction.
We are aiming to directly impact at least 200 individuals and indirectly raise awareness among 500 community members.
About the Millennium Fellow
Mariam Mostafa Morgan is an undergraduate student at Helwan University, majoring in Industrial Design. Growing up in Cairo, Egypt, she developed a strong interest in community service and social development from an early age. Mariam is especially passionate about improving access to quality education, tackling climate challenges, and helping reduce poverty. As a team leader in Resala Charity Organization, she helped organize educational programs and community initiatives aimed at supporting vulnerable groups. Through these experiences, she discovered her drive for making a real impact. Mariam hopes to continue working on meaningful projects that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
