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 ASHWIN KEMTUR, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences | Bengaluru, India | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 4 & UNAI 3
" “I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it provides a unique space to connect local action with global purpose. My work in mental health is driven by the belief that every conversation about suicide prevention has the power to save a life, and that students can be catalysts for meaningful change.” "
Millennium Fellowship Project: MindBridge: Bridging Gaps in Student Mental Health
Mind Bridge is a student-led mental health initiative aimed at reducing stigma, improving awareness, and strengthening emotional resilience among medical students. The project addresses the rising levels of stress, burnout, and silent psychological struggles within medical colleges, where many students hesitate to seek help due to fear of judgment. Through workshops, peer-support training, anonymous feedback channels, and interactive dialogues with mental health professionals, Mind Bridge creates safe spaces that encourage open conversation and help-seeking behavior. The initiative builds a supportive campus culture that prioritizes well-being, empathy, and community connection. By empowering students with knowledge, resources, and peer networks, Mind Bridge works toward a healthier, more compassionate generation of future doctors.
About the Millennium Fellow
Ashwin Kemtur is a final-year MBBS student at Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore. Passionate about mental health, medical education, and community impact, he has led multi-institutional research involving 11 colleges and currently spearheads a Gatekeeper Training initiative for suicide prevention among students. He has been recognized with prestigious research grants and scholarships, and is committed to advancing projects aligned with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 4 (Quality Education).
