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 AISHAT OYEWUMI ADEDEJI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
University of Ilorin | Ilorin, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 3
" "My passion for healthcare, community well-being, and sustainable development drives my academic and social impact work. Being a Millennium Fellow will equip me with the skills, network, and global perspective to create meaningful health initiatives that align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. I am excited to collaborate with like-minded change makers to promote accessible healthcare and empower communities through knowledge and action." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Combating Antimicrobial Resistance
This project focuses on combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through awareness creation and data-driven analysis of antibiotic usage patterns. The initiative is being carried out in the Family Medicine Unit of a hospital, targeting both patients and healthcare seekers. The project aims to educate individuals on the dangers of antimicrobial resistance, promote responsible use of antibiotics, and highlight preventive measures to reduce misuse in both humans and livestock.
Over 120 people are expected to benefit from this awareness campaign. The program includes a brief orientation session led by a team member, covering key topics such as:
1. What antibiotics are and their proper uses
2. The dangers associated with misuse and overuse of antibiotics
3. The importance of using antibiotics only when prescribed by qualified health professionals
4. Ways to prevent the spread of antimicrobial resistance in humans, animals, and farm produce
To assess the level of knowledge and patterns of antibiotic use among participants, a structured questionnaire will be distributed. The questionnaire will collect data on:
1. Individual experiences with antibiotic use
2. Whether antibiotics were obtained through prescription or self-medication
3. The classes of antibiotics most frequently used without prescription
After data collection, responses will be analyzed to determine the percentage of exposure to antibiotics and identify the most commonly misused antibiotic classes. The findings will provide valuable insights into public antibiotic usage behavior and serve as a foundation for recommending effective awareness and intervention strategies to mitigate antimicrobial resistance.
About the Millennium Fellow
Aishat Oyewumi Adedeji is a dedicated pharmacy student from Nigeria with a strong passion for healthcare, community development, and public health advocacy. She combines her academic knowledge with a commitment to promoting safe, accessible, and sustainable health practices. Aishat has developed skills in digital marketing, social media management, and content creation, which she uses to raise awareness on health related issues and support impactful community projects. Driven by problem-solving and a desire to make a difference, she aspires to contribute to advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in ensuring good health and well being for all.
