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 RASHEED MARIAM OWOLABI , A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Lagos State University Ojo | Ojo, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 6
" Empathy fuels my advocacy and inspires my work. Being a part of the Millennium Fellowship will deepen this skill through collaboration and shared learning. The knowledge and experiences I gain will strengthen my ability to create safe spaces in schools where mental health is prioritized, making my social impact more tangible and aligned with the UNAI principles and SDGs. I am excited to envision new ways of fostering understanding, compassion, and well-being among students. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: The Cerebral Project
The Cerebral Project is a student-led mental health initiative founded by Rasheed Mariam Owolabi, dedicated to promoting mental health awareness, education, and support among students. The project creates a safe and inclusive space for young people to discuss mental health challenges, access helpful resources, and participate in activities that foster emotional resilience and well-being. Through workshops, awareness campaigns, school outreaches, and peer support sessions, The Cerebral Project empowers students to prioritize their mental health, break the stigma surrounding mental illness, and build a culture of openness and empathy within their communities.
About the Millennium Fellow
Rasheed Mariam is a passionate law student at Lagos State University, Ojo, committed to advancing emotional well-being among students. Born in Osun State, raised in Ogun State, and studying in Lagos, she brings diverse perspectives to her mental health advocacy. With experience in content writing, public speaking, and student engagement, Mariam uses storytelling to inspire change and create safe spaces. She aspires to build a career that furthers these advocacies while contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
