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 GEORGE OTIENO, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Kisii University | Kisii, Kenya | Advancing SDG 6, SDG 13 & UNAI 1
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it offers a platform to turn ideas into action, connect with inspiring people worldwide, and create sustainable solutions that leave a lasting impact on communities. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: GreenRoots Africa
GreenRoots Africa is a youth-led environmental initiative focused on restoring green spaces and promoting climate action in local communities. The project addresses deforestation, pollution, and low climate awareness by organizing tree-planting activities, school awareness programs, and community clean-ups. Through these efforts, GreenRoots Africa empowers young people to take responsibility for their environment and build a culture of sustainability. Our goal is to create greener, healthier communities and inspire long-term climate resilience across the region.
About the Millennium Fellow
George Otieno is a passionate software engineer with a keen interest in data science, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Currently a third-year university student at Kisii University, he is dedicated to building innovative solutions, from mobile applications to full-stack web platforms. George has worked on diverse projects, including Android development, Spring Boot + React applications, and AI-powered tools. Beyond academics, he is committed to impactful initiatives like Greenroots Africa, a local tree-planting campaign supporting climate action. He aspires to apply technology to solve real-world problems and inspire positive change all over the world.
