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Kehinde Adebiyi , fondly known as Kenny, is a proud alumnus of the inaugural Global Millennium Fellowship class of 2018. As Campus Director for the Lagos State University (LASU) cohort, he founded SDGsACT , the first SDGs campus club in Nigeria. Under his leadership, the club’s projects impacted over 2,000 people, and Kenny later expanded its reach to campuses nationwide, inspiring thousands of student leaders to advance the global goals. Kehinde Adebiyi speaking at a Global Health and Human Rights Conference After the Fellowship, Kenny’s contributions to youth development earned him a spot as a YouthLead Ambassador, supported by USAID. He led transformative campaigns for positive youth engagement while balancing his passion for science. Graduating as one of LASU’s top scholars with a historic GPA, Kenny’s achievements became a catalyst for the Fellowship’s growing popularity in Africa. He later joined the MCN team, serving as Program Coordinator for the Class of 2020 , where he co-led a cohort that implemented over 700 projects impacting 800,000+ lives across 20 nations during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Kenny has been recognized with multiple awards, including being named one of the 100 Beating Corona Heroes in Africa   and receiving the Rise Challenge Award. Now a PhD scholar at Indiana University, he continues to distinguish himself in public health and biotechnology research. As a Stier Fellow , he exemplifies global leadership in academia, science, and social impact. Kenny is also the author of Nature Pays Diligence , a motivational book that inspires students to achieve academic excellence and make meaningful contributions to their communities. Inspired by Kenny’s story? Apply to the Class of 2025 Millennium Fellowship  and begin your transformative journey today!

During my first semester as a freshman, I stumbled upon the application for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2022. At the time, I had no idea what the Fellowship entailed, but I decided to apply anyway. Unfortunately, my application hit a roadblock: I couldn’t proceed because I hadn’t yet earned a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). Disappointed, I let it go and moved on. Oladayo Jessica Olamide  Fast forward to 2024, I received another email about the Fellowship—this time directly to my personal inbox, as I’d subscribed to their updates. Now in my third year, with a CGPA in hand, I didn’t hesitate to reapply. I advanced past the first round and reached the second stage, which required a staff recommendation. While working on that, I noticed an opening for the Campus Director role. Confident in my leadership potential, I applied for that too. Months later, I was invited to a virtual interview for the Campus Director position. I’d nearly forgotten about it, but thankfully, my calendar reminder saved the day. The interview itself was chaotic: I felt unprepared, looked (in my own words) “homeless,” and winged my answers. I left it all in God’s hands. In August, while anxiously awaiting results, I checked my email after an exam and saw the news: I’d been admitted to the Millennium Fellowship! Overjoyed, I immediately shared the update—but there was no mention of the Campus Director role. I assumed my messy interview had cost me the position, even joking about it with friends. The Fellowship stretched my capabilities in ways I’d never imagined, becoming a transformative learning ground. Then, the next day, a bigger surprise arrived: an email confirming my role as Campus Co-Director for the Millennium Fellowship at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology . Cue me frantically deleting my initial celebratory post and replacing it with the real announcement. Gratitude doesn’t even begin to cover it. My Fellowship Experience Teaming up with my Campus Co-Director, we dove into planning mode. We mapped goals, gathered our cohort, and organized a launch session where we met the Fellows for the first time. The instant bond we formed reassured me this team would make the journey seamless. Our sessions were inspiring—filled with powerful stories and discussions. But challenges emerged: coordinating schedules, structuring projects, drafting proposals, facing rejections, and pushing until approvals finally came. Through it all, I grew. The Millennium Fellowship stretched my capabilities in ways I’d never imagined, becoming a transformative learning ground. The pinnacle? Successfully executing all our projects, graduating from the program, and being featured as a Millennium Spotlight on the Millennium Campus Network’s (MCN) Instagram page. That recognition was a heartfelt reminder of how far I’d come—and all I felt was gratitude. Advice to Future Fellows Just Apply : Don’t wait until you “fully understand” the Fellowship. Take the leap—you’ll learn as you go. Lead with Purpose : The Fellowship is about social impact. Bring a heart for service and a vision for change. Embrace Resilience : Rejections and challenges are part of the process. Keep pushing, learning, and adapting. Collaborate : The connections you make are invaluable. Engage deeply, share ideas, and build lasting relationships. Enjoy the Journey : Savor every moment—the sessions, teamwork, small wins, and even the hurdles. They all shape your story. The Millennium Fellowship changed my life. If you’re considering applying, do it. This journey might just be your stepping stone to something extraordinary Testimonial written by: Oladayo Jessica Olamide  Millennium Fellowship Class of 2024, Campus Director LAUTECH, Nigeria

From August to December 2024, Millennium Fellows across the globe drove transformative change in their communities through bold, locally rooted initiatives. Over the coming weeks, these Fellows will share their stories of impact, lessons learned, and the challenges they overcame during the Millennium Fellowship program. Fellows in Eldoret, Kenya share their work fostering S.T.E.M. Equity for Persons with Disabilities. "In 2024, Millennium Fellows at the University of Eldoret (UoE) in Kenya spearheaded a group project titled Differently Enabled , which focuses on mentoring learners with disabilities to pursue S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses and careers. By raising community awareness, the project aims to dismantle stigma and stereotypes surrounding persons with disabilities (PWDs). In many African countries and beyond, societal norms often restrict PWDs to predefined career paths, limiting their potential. The misconception that PWDs cannot excel in S.T.E.M. fields perpetuates inequality, marginalization, and mental health challenges. Aligned with SDGs 4 (Quality Education), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and 10 (Reduced Inequalities), the University of Eldoret cohort designed this project with the following objectives: Bridging the gap between disabled and abled individuals. Empowering PWDs to explore sustainable livelihood opportunities. Organizing workshops to sensitize communities and foster safer environments for PWDs. Creating inclusive spaces where PWDs feel valued in societal growth and development. To implement this initiative, the cohort visited the Eldoret School for the Hearing-Impaired, a public special education institution in Eldoret East, Kenya. Managed by local government authorities, the school offers the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) under the Ministry of Education. This project holds significant potential to promote inclusive education and sustainable livelihoods for People living with Disabilities. During their visit, the fellows met Tr. Joel, an enthusiastic math teacher and mentor who is deaf himself. A 2022 mathematics graduate from Kenyatta University in Nairobi, Tr. Joel exemplified the potential of PWDs in S.T.E.M. fields. Eldoret University Millennium Fellows with Tr. Joel The project’s second phase took place in October 2024, with the cohort mentoring Junior Secondary students through interactive sessions and co-curricular activities. The mentorship emphasized S.T.E.M. disciplines, with each fellow highlighting their motivations, the importance of S.T.E.M., career inspirations, and how students can defy limitations by pursuing these fields. During the sessions, the cohort learned sign language, gained insights into the students’ aspirations, and identified challenges faced by the deaf community. This knowledge will inform future follow-up programs to maximize impact. Key takeaways included: Teamwork and shared values : Collaboration between fellows, the university, and the school. Learning before serving : Engaging directly with PWDs to understand their needs rather than making assumptions. Contextualizing morality : Balancing societal norms with ethical action. Empowering youth : Providing tools and resources for PWDs to chart their own paths. Shared responsibilities : Leveraging individual strengths and leadership styles within the team. This project holds significant potential to promote inclusive education and sustainable livelihoods for PWDs. The University of Eldoret Millennium Fellowship cohort remains committed to expanding its impact through ongoing partnerships and mentorship beyond the Fellowship period."

The United Nations Academic Impact and MCN proudly present the Millennium Fellowship. The Fellowship is a semester-long leadership development program on your campus to take your social impact to the next level. Access to world class training, connections, and recognition is just an application away ABOUT The Millennium Fellowship MEET The Millennium Fellows APPLY To the Class of 2026 CALLING UNDERGRADUATE LEADERS The United Nations Academic Impact and MCN proudly present the Millennium Fellowship. The Fellowship is a semester-long leadership development program on your campus to take your social impact to the next level. Access to world-class training, connections, and recognition is just an application away. The Class of 2025 is currently underway and the official announcement is here . The list of 290+ campuses with Millennium Fellowship cohorts is here . Class of 2026 applications are now live. Apply by December 31, 2025. Click below to begin your social impact journey. Apply Now thank you! thank you! thank you! thank you! Thank you to the 60,396 applicants for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2025! Sam Vaghar - Executive Director, MCN H.E. Ban Ki-moon - 8th Secretary-General, United Nations Learn more about the UNAI MCN Partnership Play Video Play Video 02:07 Sohfiyyah Murtadho working to protect life under water in Nigeria #MillenniumFellowship Play Video Play Video 02:55 Millennium Fellow Melanie Ortiz supports local boy's orphanage during the Covid-19 pandemic Play Video Play Video 01:57 Millennium Fellow Sanjay helps kickstart high school students journey towards global citizenship Play Video Play Video 05:05 Meet Sciences Po #MillenniumFellows - s(H)e - the docuseries Play Video Play Video 04:34 Meet Neha & Simran: Two Millennium Fellows helping underprivileged children find their passion Play Video Play Video 03:18 Millennium Fellow Lina Altarawneh on promoting ethical production of clothes #MillenniumFellowship Play Video Play Video 02:02 Raqqya Adside-West encourages urban agriculture through her #MillenniumFellowship project Class of 2024 Throughout the Millennium Fellowship program, Millennium Fellows undertake a project that addresses one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), applying what they learn in real-time to create tangible social impact. Here is a snapshot of the Millennium Fellows' impact in 2024. 4,362 Millennium Fellows 2,110 Unique Projects 382,172 Hours Dedicated 1,002,895 Lives Positively Impacted Our Global Impact Millennium Fellow Spotlights Read Official Press Release University of Medical Sciences 10 UNIMED students bag millennium fellowship Read More Health Services Academy Five HSA students selected for UN fellowship Read More Pace University Record-Breaking Year: 34 Pace Students Named Millennium Fellows Read More Balochistan University of Information Technology Millennium Campus Network (MCN) Fellows — Student Profiles & SDG Initiatives Read More My time as a Millennium Fellow played such an important role in getting me (and my project at large) to where we are today. Claire Sliney, Millennium Fellow and Executive Producer for the Oscar-winning documentary, Period. End of Sentence. , University of Pennsylvania

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Millennium Fellows have been selected from a range of academic institutions - large and small, public and private - affirming the fact that there are student leaders ... MEET THE FELLOWS The Millennium Fellowship, presented by the United Nations Academic Impact and the Millennium Campus Network (MCN), is a semester-long leadership development program that takes place on campuses worldwide. Aimed at advancing your leadership skills, the Millennium Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to engage with a global network of peers dedicated to making a significant social impact. Millennium Fellows have the chance to engage in a series of sessions focused on developing actionable plans for their social impact projects, sharing best practices, and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in meaningful ways. Through collaborative learning and practical action, Millennium Fellows are prepared to lead initiatives that drive positive change within their communities and beyond. The program has grown to become a powerful global movement, with over 15,000 Fellows having graduated since its inception in 2013. These alumni represent more than 300 campuses across 48 nations, demonstrating the extensive reach and collective strength of the Millennium Fellowship. This community of fellows is a testament to the program's success in nurturing leaders who are committed to advancing global goals and creating a more sustainable and equitable world. To learn more, please check out this United Nations Academic Impact spotlight on the Class of 2025. Learn More PRESENTING THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP 15,000+ Millennium Fellows 330+ Campuses 48 Countries Please search by any of these criteria to learn about and connect with Millennium Fellows worldwide. Region University Year Millennium Fellowship Role Clear filters X results found A Theertha Aaliyah Rahman Abasiodiong Otuk Abdirezak Areb Abdul-Jalil Zakaria A V Sai Hitesh Kumar Aanuoluwa Adiji Abdalla Fadhili Abdul Haseeb Riaz Abdulkadir Hibatullah Oshioke ADEROJU Adewole Aarya Toshniwal Abdelrahman Fahmy Abdul Mambo Bukenya Abdullah Abu Sayed Aakarshi Srivastava Aavish Gilbert J Abdimalik Abdiilah Osman Abdul Na-Eem Muniru Abdullahi Auwalu 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 ... 773