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 HRIDYA ANAND, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University | Thiruvananthapuram, India | Advancing SDG 11, SDG 3 & UNAI 9
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it aligns with my belief that meaningful change begins with informed, collaborative action. The work I do is driven by a desire to create spaces where learning, opportunity, and leadership are accessible to all. Through volunteering and student-led initiatives, I have seen how small, well-intentioned efforts can create lasting impact. The Fellowship represents a chance to strengthen my ability to translate ideas into action, learn from a global community of changemakers, and contribute thoughtfully to initiatives that advance equity, sustainability, and social responsibility. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Overflow Ends With Us
Our project, "Overflow Ends with Us", aims to improve waste management in public spaces by introducing smart bins with sensors that detect when they are full and automatically notify the authorities for timely clearance. In addition, citizens will have the option to report issues such as overflowing bins, malfunctioning lids, or other concerns through a simple feedback system. To make waste disposal more convenient, the project will also include a feature that helps people locate the nearest available dustbin. Together, these measures will ensure cleaner surroundings, reduce overflow, and create a healthier community environment.
About the Millennium Fellow
Hridya Anand is an undergraduate engineering student with a strong commitment to leadership, social impact, and community-driven innovation. She has actively contributed to student organizations through volunteering, event organization, outreach, and content development, playing key roles in educational programs, technical workshops, and awareness initiatives. Her experiences working across diverse teams have strengthened her abilities in coordination, communication, and inclusive leadership. Hridya is deeply interested in leveraging technology, creativity, and collective action to address societal challenges, advance equitable access to learning, and create sustainable, people-centered change.
