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 SAMUEL OTOBONG INYANG, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
University of Novi Sad | Novi Sad, Serbia | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 5, SDG 10 & UNAI 6
" I am very passionate about mental health. I believe that when people are supported to care for their minds, they can unlock their full potential and live more fulfilling lives. With the right awareness, resources, and supportive communities, mental health can be prioritized just as much as physical health. I am where I am today because I had people who reminded me of the importance of well-being, and I want to be that person who encourages and empowers others to prioritize their mental health. The Millennium Fellowship will give me the platform to amplify this cause, connect with others who share this vision, and create meaningful impact. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: CareSphere Project
This project is a combination of several individual initiatives aimed at improving community well-being and student support. It includes HIV testing and education to raise awareness and help individuals know their status, support group sessions to promote mental health awareness, student aid programs particularly for foreign students, and visits to the local homeless shelter to provide assistance and engagement. By integrating health education, emotional support, and social outreach, the project addresses multiple community needs, empowers participants with knowledge and resources, and fosters a culture of care, inclusion, and support within both student and local communities.
About the Millennium Fellow
Samuel Otobong Inyang is a medical student at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Novi Sad, Serbia. He has held several leadership positions, including National Secretary General of the European Medical Students’ Association (EMSA) - Ukraine, Medical Ethics and Human Rights (MEHR) Engagement Assistant for EMSA, and President of the Toufik World Medical Association. He was also an Ambassador for the International Journal of Medical Students (IJMS) and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) initiatives, among others.
Driven by his passion for medicine and diplomacy, Samuel has actively participated in numerous international medical conferences and platforms. He is a dynamic learner, consistently seeking opportunities to broaden his knowledge across various disciplines. To date, he has completed multiple courses with over three reputable universities globally.
Samuel is particularly passionate about Public Health, youth development, and advocating for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). His dedication extends to volunteering at health institutions during the summer
holidays, where he gains hands-on experience while contributing to community health.
In his spare time, Samuel enjoys reading, cooking, singing, and listening to music.
