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 MERCY ROBERT MATHEW, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College | Moshi, Tanzania | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 8
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it's a stepping stone for me to explore with other Millennium Fellows on matters concerning global health and fostering positive change in our communities. I am driven by the opportunity to make knowledge and creativity more accessible, empowering individuals to build a better future and to empower people with information, transforming ideas into action and potential into reality. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Echoes of Self
Echoes of Self: A Mental Health Project for Teenagers and Young Adults "Echoes of Self" is a mental health project designed to help teenagers and young adults navigate the often turbulent waters of identity formation, self-discovery, and the unique mental health challenges they face. The title evokes the idea of exploring the various "voices" within themselves – their thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and experiences – and understanding how these "echoes" shape their sense of self and overall well-being. The primary target audience is individuals aged roughly 13-25. This age group experiences significant developmental changes, academic pressures, social anxieties, and the increasing influence of social media, all of which can impact their mental health. "Echoes of Self" aims to empower teenagers and young adults to understand their inner world, develop healthy coping mechanisms, build supportive connections, and ultimately foster a stronger sense of self and improved mental well-being. By acknowledging and exploring the various "echoes" within, young people can navigate their journey towards a more resilient and fulfilling life.
About the Millennium Fellow
Mercy Mathew is an enthusiastic and dedicated Medical Student at KCMC University, committed to providing quality healthcare and improving community well-being. She was born on 13th March 2004 in Arusha,Tanzania. She is dedicated and driven towards advocacy on mental health matters among youth and adolescents and also a great pioneer on public health. Her goal is to further develop her expertise,create networks and contribute to
advancing healthcare services,both locally and globally, through compassionate services, research, and continued learning.
