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 AMNA KHURRAM, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
National University of Technology (NUTECH) | Islamabad, Pakistan | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 8, SDG 10, SDG 9 & UNAI 6
" I believe technology should serve humanity not replace it. The Millennium Fellowship rooted in UN principles is a chance for me to learn grow and collaborate with change makers who share my vision. I'm excited to harness AI to empower children with disabilities creating a world where inclusion, dignity, and opportunity are a reality for all "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Amnaaman Project
The AmnaAman digital platform (https://amna-aman-project.vercel.app) serves as a centralized hub offering inclusive online learning modules, certifications, job and internship opportunities, career guidance, and community support designed specifically for different ability levels. Alongside this, I am developing SafeBand Mini™, a sensory-friendly wearable safety band for autistic children with a hidden GPS/GSM module that enables real-time location tracking and geo-fencing without causing sensory overload, helping reduce parental anxiety and improve child safety. I have also built MindBridge, a privacy-first AI mental health support system that uses emotion and voice analysis to provide early risk insights, personalized support, and optional caregiver alerts while remaining non-diagnostic and ethically designed. In addition, I am working on accessibility tools including a Chrome extension for users with visual impairments, dyslexia, and color blindness, as well as Cortex, a voice-controlled computer access system that allows visually impaired users to fully operate a computer through speech, enabling complete digital independence. As part of this ecosystem, I am currently developing an inclusive social networking application designed for children and young individuals with similar special needs, providing a safe, moderated space for socialization, sharing, and confidence-building, along with a dedicated guardian portal for parents and caregivers to interact, exchange guidance, and build support networks. The app will also feature a products and creations portal to showcase assistive products and skill-based creations made for and by the differently-abled community, enabling future pathways for independence and micro-income. The Aman Amna Project is a student-led initiative with no initial funding, built through free tools, research, and volunteer effort, and aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals—particularly Quality Education, Decent Work, and Reduced Inequalities—while aiming to scale through partnerships with universities, NGOs, industry, and global inclusion organizations to turn these solutions into real-world impact.
About the Millennium Fellow
Amna Khurram, a 3rd-semester Computer Science student at NUTECH University, Islamabad, is an aspiring AI engineer passionate about using technology for the greater good. Born in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, she draws inspiration from Abdul Sattar Edhi and other devoted social workers who have dedicated their lives to serving humanity. Amna’s vision is to harness the power of artificial intelligence to create inclusive educational and employment opportunities for children with disabilities, particularly those on the autism spectrum. She is committed to building a society where technology serves as a force for empowerment, enabling individuals to achieve independence, dignity, and equal opportunities.
