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 PEACE OMIJIE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
University of Benin | Benin City, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 4 & UNAI 6
" Being a Millennium Fellow presents a unique platform to connect with like-minded change makers and amplify my impact on global health. This fellowship offers the chance to learn, collaborate, and transform ideas into sustainable action, moving us closer to a world where every individual can live a healthier, fuller life. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Combating Chronic Diseases in Nigeria (CCDN)
Combating Chronic Diseases in Nigeria (CCDN) Project is a community-based initiative focused on reducing chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension(HBP), and chronic respiratory diseases. The project aims to educate Nigerians, especially youths, about the causes of these conditions and promote healthier lifestyle choices through nutrition awareness, physical activity encouragement, and reduced smoking and alcohol use. By showing that healthy living can be affordable, enjoyable, and practical, CCDN works to reduce the rising burden of chronic diseases and improve overall community well-being.
About the Millennium Fellow
Peace Omijie is a well-composed, young, and intelligent optometry student at the prestigious University of Benin, Nigeria. She was born and raised in Benin City, where she currently resides and pursues her studies. Peace is passionate about advocating for improved management of chronic diseases to enhance human health.
As a student optometrist, she has actively volunteered in various health sectors within her school community, gaining valuable experience and contributing meaningfully to different health initiatives. She aspires to build a professional career where she can further advance her advocacy for chronic disease management and make impactful contributions toward the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
