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 VEDIKA WARRIER, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 10, SDG 3 & UNAI 8
" Being able to give back to the community is very important to me, and being a part of the Millennium Fellowship will help me achieve the same. The fellowship provides me the opportunity to work firsthand on the United Nation Sustainable Development Goals while learning from my peers. I am looking forward to gaining skills, expanding my knowledge, and creating a lasting impact. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Hear4You
The campaign focuses on enhancing inclusion and accessibility for people with hearing disabilities, aiming to spark empathy and create tangible impact through awareness and action. We were able to build trust and engage meaningfully with the deaf community, helping uplift their spirits while also sharing information about upskilling opportunities to support their goals. Through interactions with NGOs and other organizations, we gained valuable on-ground insights that strengthened our understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with hearing disabilities. Our efforts also left a strong impression on children and young adults, encouraging them to be more aware, empathetic, and proactive in preventing hearing loss
About the Millennium Fellow
Vedika Warrier is a young, driven, and environmentally conscious chemical engineering undergraduate at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. She has mentored women in STEM, fostering inclusivity and confidence. She has also been a part of various social campaigns, including raising awareness for dementia and supporting farmers. Her teamwork and leadership skills contributed to the successful execution of these endeavors. Going forward, Vedika wishes to work in the sustainability space and continue giving back to the community.
