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 EMMANUEL BEYAMU, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
University of Malawi | Lilongwe, Malawi | Advancing SDG 13, SDG 15 & UNAI 9
" "Data-driven solutions and sustainability are at the heart of my work. I believe that climate education and environmental action must be grounded in evidence, community engagement, and a vision for long-term impact. Being a Millennium Fellow excites me because it offers a platform to collaborate globally, sharpen my leadership, and align my project on climate education and plastic pollution reduction with the UNAI principles and SDGs. This Fellowship will strengthen my ability to turn ideas into measurable change for both people and the planet." "
Millennium Fellowship Project: The Green Legacy Project
The Green Legacy Project: Restoring forests and restoring life, responds to pressing challenges aligned with SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 15 (Life on Land). We have noticed increasing deforestation, depletion of dams, and rising hot temperatures, which have led to serious effects such as climate change and the loss of nature. To address these threats, we propose a community-driven approach that focuses on tree planting initiatives, awareness campaigns, and civic education. These actions will not only help restore damaged ecosystems but also empower communities to adopt sustainable practices, protect biodiversity, and contribute to climate
resilience.
About the Millennium Fellow
Emmanuel Beyamu is a bright and driven Actuarial Science student at the University of Malawi, recognized on the Dean’s List for his outstanding academic performance. Born and raised in Malawi, Emmanuel is passionate about finance, risk management, and environmental sustainability. As a QS ImpACT Climate Ambassador, he has led impactful projects on climate education and plastic pollution reduction. His leadership in the Actuarial Science Society and experience as a Virtual Outreach Business Consultant reflect his commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth. Emmanuel aspires to merge actuarial expertise with consultancy and education to inspire change.
