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 ASRA SHAFQAT, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
University of Health Sciences | Lahore, Pakistan | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 6
" My passion for medicine stems from a deep commitment to improving lives and advancing social welfare. The Millennium Fellowship offers a unique platform to transform this passion into impactful action, especially in promoting access to safe drinking water—a vital step toward better health. I am excited to collaborate, learn, and lead initiatives that address health inequities and empower communities in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Beat Breast Cancer
This project focuses on raising awareness about breast cancer. In many developed countries, early detection has significantly reduced mortality rates. Unfortunately, in Pakistan, due to limited awareness, most women are diagnosed at advanced stages, particularly stage IV, leading to higher death rates.
Our objective is to conduct awareness campaigns both on social media and within Jinnah Hospital to educate women. The project aims to highlight the importance of early detection, encourage self-examination, and promote timely medical consultations to improve outcomes.
About the Millennium Fellow
Asra Shafqat is a fourth-year MBBS student at Allama Iqbal Medical College, University of Health Sciences, Lahore. Born in Bahawalpur and residing in Lahore, she is deeply committed to serving her community and improving societal well-being. Passionate about social welfare, she envisions using her medical knowledge to address health challenges and uplift underserved populations. Through dedication, empathy, and a sense of responsibility, Asra strives to become a physician who not only heals but also advocates for lasting social impact, contributing to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
