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 YVETTE UMUTESI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2025.
University of Rwanda Huye | Butare, Rwanda | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 3 & UNAI 6
" My passion for healthcare and community empowerment drives everything I do. The Millennium Fellowship offers a unique platform to collaborate with like-minded leaders, sharpen my skills, and expand my impact. I am excited to use this experience to create sustainable health solutions that advance equity and the Sustainable Development Goals. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Icyizere hub
Icyizere hub is a creative support and innovation space for teen moms. Through storytelling, digital learning, peer mentorship, and skills incubation, the project transforms stigma into strength. By integrating health education, entrepreneurship training, and art-based therapy, we empower young mothers to build confidence, resilience, and sustainable livelihoods. By December 2025, we aim to impact 200+ teen moms, equipping them as role models and change makers in their communities
About the Millennium Fellow
Yvette Umutesi is a dedicated and passionate medical student at the University of Rwanda. Born and raised in Rwanda, she has actively engaged in community health outreaches and volunteering. Yvette aspires to contribute to global health equity and play a role in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
