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 AUGUSTINE AGYEI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
University of the People | Global, United States | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 8 & UNAI 3
" I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it gives me the opportunity to turn my ideas into impactful solutions that empower communities and advance sustainable development. I do this work to create opportunities, inspire change, and use my skills to make a meaningful difference in the world. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Youth Empowerment through Skills, Education Ghana
YESEG is a youth-centered initiative focused on empowering young people in underserved communities across Ghana through digital literacy, education, and career development. The project aims to equip participants with foundational computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, while also providing career guidance, mentorship, and coaching to help them make informed academic and professional decisions.
Recognizing the growing importance of technology in education and employment, YESEG seeks to bridge the digital divide that leaves many rural and low-income youths behind. Through hands-on workshops, peer-led training sessions, and mentorship opportunities, the project nurtures confidence, creativity, and critical thinking among participants.
By combining practical digital training with personal development guidance, YESEG not only builds technical competence but also fosters leadership, teamwork, and lifelong learning. Ultimately, the project envisions creating a new generation of digitally skilled and purpose-driven youth who can contribute meaningfully to their communities and the broader economy of Ghana.
About the Millennium Fellow
Augustine Agyei is a dedicated student at the University of the People, passionate about using technology and innovation to solve real-world problems. He aspires to empower communities through entrepreneurship, data analysis, and social impact projects. Augustine has demonstrated leadership by actively engaging in initiatives that advance sustainable development goals and inspire positive change. He is committed to leveraging his skills and experiences to create opportunities for others and contribute meaningfully to global solutions.
