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 TAZMEEN SHAFI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
University of Kashmir | Srnigar, India | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 2 & UNAI 3

" My passion for social justice and technology drives me to create solutions that empower communities and promote equality. The Millennium Fellowship offers a unique space to collaborate with like-minded change makers, refine my leadership skills, and align my work with the UNAI principles and SDGs. I am excited to transform ideas into actionable impact, bridging the gap between law and technology to address pressing societal challenges. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Bright Minds Kashmir
Bright Minds Kashmir is a youth-led social impact initiative dedicated to empowering students across Kashmir through education, mentorship, and skill development. The project addresses critical gaps faced by young people in the region — including limited access to quality learning resources, inadequate career guidance, and few platforms for creativity and innovation. These barriers often restrict students' ability to explore their potential and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
To tackle this issue, Bright Minds Kashmir conducts school outreach programs, interactive workshops, and mentorship sessions designed to promote leadership, critical thinking, digital literacy, and emotional well-being. The initiative connects students with professionals and change makers who guide them toward academic and personal growth. It also organizes innovation challenges and learning activities that encourage students to think creatively and problem-solve collaboratively.
Since its launch, the project has reached over 500 students across different districts, inspiring many to continue their education and explore new career pathways. By making learning accessible, engaging, and community-centered, Bright Minds Kashmir strives to build an ecosystem where young people feel confident, informed, and motivated to drive positive social change.
At its core, the project envisions a future where every student in Kashmir — regardless of background or circumstance — has the resources, mentorship, and opportunities needed to unlock their potential and become a proactive changemaker in society.
About the Millennium Fellow
Tazmeen Shafi is a passionate and driven law student at the University of Kashmir, also pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Applications online from Manipal University Jaipur. Born and raised in Srinagar, she is deeply committed to merging her knowledge of law and technology to create impactful, community-driven solutions. Tazmeen has gained rich experience through legal internships at the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, and district courts, alongside her advocacy work with SAAYA – Shadow of Hope. With strong skills in legal research, public speaking, and IT, she aspires to champion social justice, empower communities, and pioneer innovations at the intersection of law and technology.











