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 SHAMITA SHARON S, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
Stella Maris College | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 12, SDG 13, SDG 3 & UNAI 9
" Community service, care for the environment, and creating spaces where everyone feels included are at the heart of everything I do. The Millennium Fellowship will give me the platform to strengthen these efforts, learn from diverse perspectives, and turn ideas into action. I look forward to using this opportunity to lead initiatives that make a real difference, align with the UNAI principles and SDGs, and inspire others to join in building a more inclusive, responsible, and sustainable future. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Soul & Soil
Soul & Soil is an independent project that encourages people to rediscover sustainable living through everyday choices. It emphasizes natural wellness alternatives—herbal body care, nourishing traditional grains, and mindful daily habits—as a way to heal both ourselves and the planet.
During the Millennium Fellowship period (August–December 2025), Soul & Soil will organize three community workshops on sustainable living practices, create a digital awareness campaign showcasing practical eco-friendly swaps, and build a small peer network of students committed to lifestyle changes. We aim to directly engage at least 100 participants through workshops and online sessions, and indirectly reach over 300 people through digital outreach.
At its heart, Soul & Soil is more than awareness—it is a call to action. It seeks to plant a seed of change in everyday life, proving that sustainability is not just possible, but personal, urgent, and transformative.
About the Millennium Fellow
Shamita Sharon S is a third-year undergraduate in Economics at Stella Maris College, Chennai. She serves as President of the Chamber of Economics and Senior Volunteer in NSS, having completed two years of active service before stepping into a leadership role. Former General Secretary and now Core Committee Member of the Enviro Club, she has also contributed to numerous departmental and intercollegiate initiatives, often taking on organising and leadership responsibilities. Passionate about social service, environmental advocacy, and inclusive teamwork, Shamita is known for her approachable nature, dedication, and ability to transform ideas into impactful projects that inspire those around her.
