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 CHRISTOPHER MAINA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Mount Kenya University | Thika, Kenya | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 10 & UNAI 3
" I believe every young person deserves the tools, opportunities, and encouragement to reach their potential. As a Millennium Fellow, I am excited to amplify my work in mentorship and education advocacy, connect with global change makers, and contribute to solutions that advance the Sustainable Development Goals. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Bridging Gaps in Education
Bridging Gaps in Education
The project focused on mentorship and digital literacy to help students develop essential skills not covered in the traditional curriculum. By collaborating with schools, we created awareness of critical educational gaps, such as; financial literacy, digital safety, soft skills, and career readiness. Through workshops and mentorship sessions, learners gained practical knowledge and confidence to navigate real-world challenges. The initiative strengthened student preparedness and highlighted the importance of holistic, inclusive education.
About the Millennium Fellow
Chris Maina is a Kenyan student pursuing renewable energy studies at Mount Kenya University. Passionate about education, mentorship, and gender equality, he actively engages in platforms that inspire and guide the next generation. His dedication has seen him lead high school mentorship initiatives and advocate for education for all within his community. With a vision to expand his impact beyond Kenya, Chris aspires to contribute meaningfully to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through professional growth and global engagement.
