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Narokai Lenguro is an ambitious,dedicated and smart young lady ,born and raised at Barsaloi in Samburu County . She is currently a third year student in Strathmore University pursuing bachelor of commerce majoring in finance .Narokai Lenguro comes from a community that is marginalized and still stuck with some harmful cultural practices such as FGM and early child marriages . Narokai escaped this harmful practises from her community and that inspired her to advocate against this practises from an early age. Through SEED Samburu she has been an educator and mentor to many young Samburu girls in her area . She is a strong advocate against early child marriages ,FGM and womens' right in her community. This is something so dear to her heart that she intends to carry it out throughout her life . ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2022 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. Over 31,000 young leaders on 2,400+ campuses across 140+ nations applied to join the Class of 2022. 200+ campuses worldwide (just 8%) were selected to host the 3,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT NAROKAI LENGURO, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2022. Strathmore University | Nairobi, Kenya | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 2 " "Leadership ,networking and integrity " The Millennium Fellowship program would enable me to improve my leadership skills as well as network with people from diversed cultures and that would help in my advocacy role in my community. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Lchekuti I come from a cultural , marginalized and patriarchal Samburu community .My project targets Lchekuti. Lchekuti is a local name in Samburu community ,used to refer to a group of young boys , girls and adults who spend their day doing culturally allocated duties such as herding for the men and building houses for the ladies .This group of persons have never had access to any kind of basic formal education .My project focuses on this group , after their done with their duties , we put them in classes and teach them on gender equality, importance of education, dangers of harmful cultural practices such as FGM, reproductive health , hygiene and sanitation and little bit of farming. About the Millennium Fellow Narokai Lenguro is an ambitious,dedicated and smart young lady ,born and raised at Barsaloi in Samburu County . She is currently a third year student in Strathmore University pursuing bachelor of commerce majoring in finance .Narokai Lenguro comes from a community that is marginalized and still stuck with some harmful cultural practices such as FGM and early child marriages . Narokai escaped this harmful practises from her community and that inspired her to advocate against this practises from an early age. Through SEED Samburu she has been an educator and mentor to many young Samburu girls in her area . She is a strong advocate against early child marriages ,FGM and womens' right in her community. This is something so dear to her heart that she intends to carry it out throughout her life . BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Miranda is an undergraduate Human Services major at Northeastern University where she is also working on her masters in Urban Policy. She recently returned from San Francisco, California where she was working as a social worker helping people fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. She is currently founding the Sexual Violence Prevention Association and is involved in political advocacy and policy reform for women's rights. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2018 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In the three months the application was open in 2018, students applied to join the Class of 2018 on 285 campuses across 57 nations. 30 campuses worldwide (just 11%) were selected to host the 402 Millennium Fellows in the global pilot this year. The Class of 2018 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. During the Millennium Fellowship, Millennium Fellows' dedicated 48,785 hours and their 214 unique projects positively impacted the lives of 393,449 people worldwide. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT MIRANDA MARTONE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2018. Northeastern University | Massachusetts, United States | Advancing SDG 5 & UNAI 6 " VIDEO https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dfx399MTtmLzgX-ApqPtaOyYeJR5JsMA/view?usp=sharing Hello, my name is Miranda Martone and I am the founder of the Sexual Violence Prevention Association. I am passionate about my work because sexual violence is preventable and as a survivor, I know how important it is to prevent it. I am proud to be a Millenium Fellow because I am excited to convene with others in my community to work together to have a greater social impact. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Sexual Violence Prevention Association The mission of the Sexual Violence Prevention Association is to encourage and empower institutions to prevent sexual violence by transforming and systemizing effective policies, programs, and practices. We accomplish this by rating sexual violence policies, procedures, and programs at colleges and universities. Our rating system is flexible to all university types and sizes and is the only standardized measurement for campus sexual violence prevention. This empowers prospective students, active students, employees, donors, and others to make informed decisions about what colleges to interact with it. About the Millennium Fellow Miranda is an undergraduate Human Services major at Northeastern University where she is also working on her masters in Urban Policy. She recently returned from San Francisco, California where she was working as a social worker helping people fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. She is currently founding the Sexual Violence Prevention Association and is involved in political advocacy and policy reform for women's rights. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Maliha Kabir is an insightful and dynamic student from Asian University from women who is currently pursuing her undergrad in bioinformatics. She has lived in Bangladesh since her childhood. She is passionate about solving the burning problems of the world and bringing meaningful solutions to the table to which people from all walks of life can adapt. Because of her academic background and passion for science, she is ardent about advocating for equal rights in the STEM field. She has participated in various science fairs and engaged in charitable events where she worked for providing education to underprivileged students. In the future, Maliha desires to work as a professional in the STEM field and wants to make the STEM field permeable for everyone by contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Goals. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2021 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In 2021, over 25,000 young leaders on 2,000+ campuses across 153 nations applied to join the Class of 2021. 136 campuses worldwide (just 6%) were selected to host the 2,000+ Millennium Fellows. The Class of 2021 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT MALIHA KABIR, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2021. Asian University for Women | Chattogram, Bangladesh | Advancing SDG 5 & UNAI 3 " Solving Problems and growing these two are important parts of my work and motivates me consistently to do things. I am excited to be a part of the Millennium Fellowship because here I see an opportunity to enhance these skills. I am also thrilled to be part of this programme to meet with more like-minded people. I believe I can learn new skills in this programme which will help me to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable goals and these skills will pave new paths for me in future. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Project Rosalind Project Rosalind is a research project in Bangladesh to inspire and encourage more women to pursue research and STEM careers. This falls under SDG 5, Gender Equality, and UNAI #3 Education for All. There are many prejudices against women in Bangladesh which stop them from pursuing a career in research in spite of their aspirations. But there is very little data available in Bangladesh on what kind of roadblocks there are for women, which stops them from taking research as their career. Because of the lack of data, it is often hard to pinpoint which sectors should be improved in order to remove these roadblocks. So, project Rosalind has conducted survey research to collect data on why the low numbers for women in STEM and research. After analyzing the data from this research, we are now working on how to minimize the obstructions realistically. About the Millennium Fellow Maliha Kabir is an insightful and dynamic student from Asian University from women who is currently pursuing her undergrad in bioinformatics. She has lived in Bangladesh since her childhood. She is passionate about solving the burning problems of the world and bringing meaningful solutions to the table to which people from all walks of life can adapt. Because of her academic background and passion for science, she is ardent about advocating for equal rights in the STEM field. She has participated in various science fairs and engaged in charitable events where she worked for providing education to underprivileged students. In the future, Maliha desires to work as a professional in the STEM field and wants to make the STEM field permeable for everyone by contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Goals. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Maduka Chinaza Rita is a young and highly intelligent medical student at the Nnamdi Azikiwe university,Nnewi campus. She was born in Nigeria,resides in Nnewi,Nigeria and is currently studying medicine and surgery. Chinaza has always been intense about her boosterism for zero hunger,community medicine and better medical system for as long as she could remember. This drive and enthusiasm presented itself from Chinaza's experiences in the rural communities and her dedication to take action. Currently in her college days,she has successfully arranged charitable projects and awareness movements which she plans to continue in the future. Chinaza aims to be in a professional field where she can nurture these advocacies further and proffer her contribution in the development of the United Nation's sustainable goals. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2022 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. Over 31,000 young leaders on 2,400+ campuses across 140+ nations applied to join the Class of 2022. 200+ campuses worldwide (just 8%) were selected to host the 3,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT MADUKA CHINAZA GENEVIEVE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2022. Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi Campus | Nnewi, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 1 " Public speaking and adaptability fueled by creative thinking drive my passion and work. Being a part of the Millennium Fellowship will enhance these skills collectively. The skills I acquire from the Fellowship will make my impact in rural communities and schools substantial and aligned with the UNAI principles and SDGs. I am very excited to increase and sharpen my skills and knowledge by visualizing new ways of learning. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Battling HIV and stigmatization Battling HIV and stigmatization (BHS) is an on going project that I started in August,2022. It's primary goal is to test for and sensitize against HIV in the rural communities who have no means of receiving such medical attention and knowledge. About the Millennium Fellow Maduka Chinaza Rita is a young and highly intelligent medical student at the Nnamdi Azikiwe university,Nnewi campus. She was born in Nigeria,resides in Nnewi,Nigeria and is currently studying medicine and surgery. Chinaza has always been intense about her boosterism for zero hunger,community medicine and better medical system for as long as she could remember. This drive and enthusiasm presented itself from Chinaza's experiences in the rural communities and her dedication to take action. Currently in her college days,she has successfully arranged charitable projects and awareness movements which she plans to continue in the future. Chinaza aims to be in a professional field where she can nurture these advocacies further and proffer her contribution in the development of the United Nation's sustainable goals. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Seidu Abdul-Rahim is a Computer Science student at the University for Development Studies. He is determined, passionate and endowed with skills in project management, programming, data analysis, entrepreneurs and leadership. His passion for youth leadership and development led him to serve as a Camp ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2020 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In the three months the application was open in 2020, 15,159 young leaders applied to join the Class of 2020 on 1,458 campuses across 135 nations. 80 campuses worldwide (just 6%) were selected to host the 1,000+ Millennium Fellows. The Class of 2020 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT SEIDU ABDUL-RAHIM SEIDU, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2020. University for Development Studies | Accra, Ghana | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 3 " Even though making an impact is not easy but when you find people with the same passion as you, it becomes easy.The satisfaction that comes from the feeling of knowing that you have been able to change or impact the life of another has always been my motivation. Hence, I am so excited to be part of the Millennium Fellowship as it gives opportunity to network with like-minded people and enable me to broaden my scope of impact. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Mental Health Chat room Mental Health Chat Room Project change is a project that advances SDG 3 and aims to accomplish the following: ✓Delivering a wide variety of programs, opportunities and services to support individuals faced by mental illness in ways that promote recovery. ✓Educating the general public about mental health and mental illness and working to eliminate stigma, labels and prejudice. ✓Improve the society’s understanding of mental health and change the African narrative about mental heal About the Millennium Fellow Seidu Abdul-Rahim is a Computer Science student at the University for Development Studies. He is determined, passionate and endowed with skills in project management, programming, data analysis, entrepreneurs and leadership. His passion for youth leadership and development led him to serve as a Camp BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Ramanathan T hails from Southern India has an immense interest in getting to know about his surroundings and the dynamics revolving around it. He reads and writes for his interests. He loves to travel to different destinations and believes that a lot of experience is gained through it. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2020 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In the three months the application was open in 2020, 15,159 young leaders applied to join the Class of 2020 on 1,458 campuses across 135 nations. 80 campuses worldwide (just 6%) were selected to host the 1,000+ Millennium Fellows. The Class of 2020 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT RAMANATHAN T, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2020. Tata Institute of Social Sciences | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 11 & UNAI 9 " I'm excited to be the part of the Millennium Fellowship as this will be a valuable experience which will provide me a good morale, right resources and other enthusiastic Fellows besides myself to support this initiative. This distinction (experience) will help me in giving confidence and proper knowledge about approaching different communities for making a social impact. This will help me to design many community-friendly projects in future for positive impact on their societies. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Building humans to think Building humans to think differently is the project based on the lifestyle. It tells how the small changes in an individual can lead to an influence on society. Humans tend to teach others before following it. It needs to be changed in society. The present world is in a dangerous situation where pollution is increasing, forests are burning etc. Majorly we are planning to take up our project on the environment which includes clean drinking water, sanitation, sustainable health and many other. About the Millennium Fellow Ramanathan T hails from Southern India has an immense interest in getting to know about his surroundings and the dynamics revolving around it. He reads and writes for his interests. He loves to travel to different destinations and believes that a lot of experience is gained through it. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Aaron Joshy, a dedicated medical student at semmelweis university, carries with him the rich cultural heritage of his upbringing in india. He showed a keen interest to help others from a very young age.This motivattion pushed him to pursue medical school, where he has worked to improve his abilities and knowledge.However , Aaron's enthusiasm extends beyond the standard medical practises. He is genuinely commited to improving student's mental health, acknowledging the stresses and obstacles they experience.He desires to foster supportive environments in which students can thrive both academically and emotionally. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT AARON JOSHY, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Semmelweis University | Budapest, Hungary | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 4 & UNAI 3 " I am thrilled to be a millennium fellow and by being part of a global community dedicated to postive change can fuel my potential . " Millennium Fellowship Project: Empowerment of Mind Our project on mental health awareness within our community was to break the stigma surrounding mental health and ensure that individuals had access to resources to prioritize their mental well being. About the Millennium Fellow Aaron Joshy, a dedicated medical student at semmelweis university, carries with him the rich cultural heritage of his upbringing in india. He showed a keen interest to help others from a very young age.This motivattion pushed him to pursue medical school, where he has worked to improve his abilities and knowledge.However , Aaron's enthusiasm extends beyond the standard medical practises. He is genuinely commited to improving student's mental health, acknowledging the stresses and obstacles they experience.He desires to foster supportive environments in which students can thrive both academically and emotionally. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Emmanuella Ochieng is an adventurous, adaptable and curious woman with the drive to inspire and impact all those around her. She believes that to make the world a better place, she must make transform and engage in issues that would foster change. Besides being a change seeker, she loves cooking, hiking and outdoor Yoga. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2021 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In 2021, over 25,000 young leaders on 2,000+ campuses across 153 nations applied to join the Class of 2021. 136 campuses worldwide (just 6%) were selected to host the 2,000+ Millennium Fellows. The Class of 2021 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT EMMANUELLA ATIENO OCHIENG', A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2021. United States International University Africa | Nairobi, Kenya | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 3 " Networking and collaboration go a long way since no one is an island. To achieve goals, we need more than just ourselves and therefore being a Millennium Fellow will not only make this easy for me by linking me with like minded indiiduals, but also open a world of new ideas and thought processes that will make the experience worthwhile. This will not only make me a better person but also more connected to a larger circle. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Baba Dogo Desk Drive Baba Dogo Desk Drive seeks to advance quality education by providing a sustainable learning environment for learners in Super Educational Centre and make them comfortable so that they are able to learn without distractions. We noticed that the students are sharing desks which are in poor condition and this way they are unable to follow class well since they are squeezed and not comfortable. By availing new and better desks, we seek to make them more comfortable and maximize their potential in school. About the Millennium Fellow Emmanuella Ochieng is an adventurous, adaptable and curious woman with the drive to inspire and impact all those around her. She believes that to make the world a better place, she must make transform and engage in issues that would foster change. Besides being a change seeker, she loves cooking, hiking and outdoor Yoga. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Praniti Mishra is dedicated student passionate about management, international business, and finance. Traits like discipline, res- possibility, and self-motivation define me. With a defense background, she embraced diverse cultures and educational environments, shaping her identity. Eager to expand her horizon and gain real-world experience. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT PRANITI MISHRA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Christ (Deemed To Be University) Yeshwanthpur Campus | Bengaluru, India | Advancing SDG 13, SDG 12 & UNAI 9 " Being a Millennium Fellow is exciting because it offers a platform to develop leadership skills, create positive change, expand your professional network, and gain valuable experience while working on impactful projects that address global challenges. Eg: The incorporation of SDG goals to bring in change in today's world " Millennium Fellowship Project: Eco-Clean Community Eco-Clean Communities is a vibrant campus initiative that fosters environmental sustainability and community engagement. Through a multifaceted approach, we tackle environmental challenges by organizing local clean-up drives and implementing innovative recycling programs. Our aim is not only to beautify our surroundings but also to inspire a deeper understanding of environmental issues and empower individuals to take meaningful action. From picking up litter in nearby parks to advocating for eco-friendly practices in campus facilities, our team is committed to making a tangible difference in our community. By bringing together students we create a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute to building a cleaner, greener future. Through our efforts, we aim to instil a sense of environmental stewardship and cultivate a culture of sustainability that extends beyond our campus borders. Our project was funded by Beacon NGO. About the Millennium Fellow Praniti Mishra is dedicated student passionate about management, international business, and finance. Traits like discipline, res- possibility, and self-motivation define me. With a defense background, she embraced diverse cultures and educational environments, shaping her identity. Eager to expand her horizon and gain real-world experience. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Beatrice Wanjiru is a final year Electrical Engineering Student. Growing up she says that never in her wildest dreams did she aspire to be an engineer. Reason being, she had never seen a female engineer or had someone talk to her about it as a career option for someone like her who loved math and science that 'It is a dirty job and a man's job' she always thought .This is why she believes that young girls need to see female engineers and have myths surrounding this career debunked for them .She is also passionate to see that these girls are comfortable with their body changes around puberty especially their menses. She believes having the right information and conducive environment free from stigma will see an increase of women in STEM careers. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2020 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In the three months the application was open in 2020, 15,159 young leaders applied to join the Class of 2020 on 1,458 campuses across 135 nations. 80 campuses worldwide (just 6%) were selected to host the 1,000+ Millennium Fellows. The Class of 2020 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT BEATRICE WANJIRU KAMAU, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2020. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology | Juja, Kenya | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 7 " I am really excited to be part of the Millennium Fellowship as it provides a platform for me to further work on my project , learn and share with other youths making an impact in their communities . My project gives me an opportunity to empower girls to know they have more options than the society makes most of them believe they have. That their menses is not something to be ashamed about .And providing them with the material they need to use in their menses in the process .I love that I get to impact young girls in this wholesome way. " Millennium Fellowship Project: UNBOXED A Microsoft study found out that girls develop an interest in STEM around eleven years and lose interest around fifteen years .Some of the reasons for this stated in the study is societal influence ,lack of female role models and negative stereotypes .It is also at the age of twelve when most girls begin their menses .This also comes with the challenge such as period shaming and lack of sanitary material for those girls in underprivileged areas . Unboxed is a project that aims to demystify STEM and menses to girls in primary school. To combat the challenges mentioned above, the team visits primary schools in slum areas to talk about STEM and demystify menses to both boys and girls in an effort to end period shaming .They also invite Women already working in the STEM field and ladies doing stem courses to talk to the girls in these schools. About the Millennium Fellow Beatrice Wanjiru is a final year Electrical Engineering Student. Growing up she says that never in her wildest dreams did she aspire to be an engineer. Reason being, she had never seen a female engineer or had someone talk to her about it as a career option for someone like her who loved math and science that 'It is a dirty job and a man's job' she always thought .This is why she believes that young girls need to see female engineers and have myths surrounding this career debunked for them .She is also passionate to see that these girls are comfortable with their body changes around puberty especially their menses. She believes having the right information and conducive environment free from stigma will see an increase of women in STEM careers. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Vaishnavi is an ardent law student who was born and brought in a rural area of a deprived state. While completing her education from there, she learnt that there is a dire need of change in the system especially with respect to the women and children. She later joined an NGO working for the underprivileged section of the society and joined the law school Legal Aid Centre. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2022 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. Over 31,000 young leaders on 2,400+ campuses across 140+ nations applied to join the Class of 2022. 200+ campuses worldwide (just 8%) were selected to host the 3,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT VAISHNAVI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2022. Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Noida | Noida, India | Advancing SDG 5 & UNAI 6 " I do what I do because it's very easy to sympathize with someone who is deprived of something but it's important to empathise with them and work for them because they are in a situation where it is difficult for them to get out it but if we have anything like education, resources , it is our duty to do what we can do " Millennium Fellowship Project: Project ADHIKAAR My project was based on the legal and political rights of women in India. I wanted to start a discussion and discourse on the existing legal and political framework, followed by a critical analysis and finally advocate for better and more sructured reforms. About the Millennium Fellow Vaishnavi is an ardent law student who was born and brought in a rural area of a deprived state. While completing her education from there, she learnt that there is a dire need of change in the system especially with respect to the women and children. She later joined an NGO working for the underprivileged section of the society and joined the law school Legal Aid Centre. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Mohit Kumar is a sophomore at Ashoka University studying History and International Relations. In the past, he has been involved in leadership conferences such as Model United Nations and SKILLD by The Global Education and Leadership Foundation which helped him nurture his passion for youth leadership. His personal experience and growth inspire him to promote education for children born on the other side of the tracks. His main goal is to become a role model for the youth by beating the odds and continuing the campaign of education and awareness to create a better future. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2020 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In the three months the application was open in 2020, 15,159 young leaders applied to join the Class of 2020 on 1,458 campuses across 135 nations. 80 campuses worldwide (just 6%) were selected to host the 1,000+ Millennium Fellows. The Class of 2020 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT MOHIT KUMAR, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2020. Ashoka University | Haryana, India | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 3 " I am incredibly honored and excited to be a Millennium Fellow. It is a unique opportunity that will expose me to youth leaders from different backgrounds across the globe. This will help me have a bolder social impact as I work towards my dream of creating a vibrant future for my community and the world as a whole. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Sarathi: The Guide The project aims to transform society by providing the best possible education to the children of my community so that they can become future leaders, breaking the centuries-old chain of child labor in Firozabad's glasswork industries. Students are not only taught online but also helped by local volunteers in exploring different activities: book reading, computer learning, and sports to name a few. As a result, every child, including girls who are discouraged to study further, will have a dream to pursue. The project is ready to create a vibrant future by providing children inclusive and quality education. Presently, the project covers two villages, and Mohit plan to replicate the same model to more villages during the four months of the Millennium Fellowship. Though this would be challenging, its extension to more villages would take his forward in accomplishing his goal of ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education for more children. About the Millennium Fellow Mohit Kumar is a sophomore at Ashoka University studying History and International Relations. In the past, he has been involved in leadership conferences such as Model United Nations and SKILLD by The Global Education and Leadership Foundation which helped him nurture his passion for youth leadership. His personal experience and growth inspire him to promote education for children born on the other side of the tracks. His main goal is to become a role model for the youth by beating the odds and continuing the campaign of education and awareness to create a better future. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Mounir Nashi is a dedicated and accomplished student currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering at the Lebanese American University, Byblos, Lebanon. With a GPA of 3.6, he has consistently been on the Dean's Distinguished List. Mounir has gained practical experience through his leadership roles in consulting projects at 180-Degrees Consulting, where he successfully strategized for NGOs to resume operations. He is also involved in a Vertically Integrated Project focusing on lean KPIs in the beverage industry. Outside of academics, Mounir actively contributes to tutoring initiatives and the Lebanese National Conservatory. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT MOUNIR GHAZI NASHI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Lebanese American University Byblos | Byblos, Lebanon | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 3 " I am passionate about education and reaching those with potential. I believe a good society and future for individuals starts with education, this is why I am excited for the opportunity to wider my impact with the Millennium Fellowship. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Empowering Futures In collaboration with MMKN, a Lebanese NGO that offers tutoring, civic engagement, and empowerment programs, our project will deliver a series of targeted workshops focusing on mental health, scholarships and financial aid, and guidance for choosing academic majors. These workshops aim to reach underprivileged students in public and private schools, particularly those with limited access to essential resources and orientation programs. Through this initiative, we aim to increase awareness and provide crucial support to students in shaping their educational and personal futures. About the Millennium Fellow Mounir Nashi is a dedicated and accomplished student currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering at the Lebanese American University, Byblos, Lebanon. With a GPA of 3.6, he has consistently been on the Dean's Distinguished List. Mounir has gained practical experience through his leadership roles in consulting projects at 180-Degrees Consulting, where he successfully strategized for NGOs to resume operations. He is also involved in a Vertically Integrated Project focusing on lean KPIs in the beverage industry. Outside of academics, Mounir actively contributes to tutoring initiatives and the Lebanese National Conservatory. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Ruchi Saoji is a bright, young, and passionate undergraduate student at Dr. B.N. College of Architecture. She was born in the city of Bhopal, India. She is a passionate artist and an inquisitive architect who is inspired by biomimicry and computational designs. Her greatest desire in life is to grow infinitely. She has a proclivity towards nature and loves to explore new avenues whenever she can. Working for the community to give back what she received is one of her priorities. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2021 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In 2021, over 25,000 young leaders on 2,000+ campuses across 153 nations applied to join the Class of 2021. 136 campuses worldwide (just 6%) were selected to host the 2,000+ Millennium Fellows. The Class of 2021 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT RUCHI GIRISH SAOJI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2021. Dr. Bhanuben Nanavati College of Architecture for Women | Pune, India | Advancing SDG 12 & UNAI 1 " The choices we make rules our life! Thus working for the betterment of the community to give back the immense love that I received is one of my greatest ambitions in life. This desire and the opportunity of becoming a Millennium Fellow will help me in socializing and upskilling my abilities. I am excited to venture into this journey with immense enthusiasm and hope to create a powerful impact! " Millennium Fellowship Project: Project Agroscape The project ‘Agroscape’ deals with landscapes interspersed with agriculture. The pandemic situation has shown the rise in concern over food security and interest in healthier diets and quality lifestyles. Thus, it has become crucial to develop ecologically sensitive urban landscapes which integrate food rather than just aesthetics. To put this concept into practice, our project "Agroscape" has focused on developing urban farms in the form of edible landscapes that can be cultivated at the home, institute, and corporate levels. 1. Under Project Agroscape, a small-scale organic farm has been set up in the college campus of ‘Dr. B.N. College of Architecture, Pune.’ Agriculture based landscape has been designed which includes plantations of vegetables such as ‘Eggplant (Solanum melongena), chillies (Capsicum frutescens), Potato (Solanum tuberosum), Curry leaves (Murraya koenigii), Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum), Spinach (Spinacia oleracea)’. This produce is readily available and is planned to be utilized for food requirements in the college canteen. In order to set this farm, site visits to Urban farms and Biophilic projects in the vicinity were conducted to gain prior knowledge. 2. To increase our outreach, awareness in community and gain insights from experts in this domain, we have successfully conducted four online webinars under our ‘Organic Farming Techniques’ series. Speakers widely focused on topics such as the Importance of Bees in farming, Urban farming and Understanding an Architect’s role in SDGs. 3. An ‘SDG day’ event was also organized to educate and create awareness among fellow students through fun activities and quizzes. It held a crucial role in team bonding, communication amongst fellows and strengthening intra-team relations. 4. The project will further focus on expanding with Hydroponics (sustainable plantation technique to optimise water usage), Vertical gardening modules and Biophilic installations (with upcycled material) campus-wide. 5. An SDG Student hub has been set up on campus to gain participation of interested students which will ensure there’s no dead end to this initiative. 6. Along with this, we have also launched an outreach program by partnering with the regional Rotaract club. Within this program, our fellow mates are coworking with the Rotaract members to set up urban farms within old age homes and orphanages. About the Millennium Fellow Ruchi Saoji is a bright, young, and passionate undergraduate student at Dr. B.N. College of Architecture. She was born in the city of Bhopal, India. She is a passionate artist and an inquisitive architect who is inspired by biomimicry and computational designs. Her greatest desire in life is to grow infinitely. She has a proclivity towards nature and loves to explore new avenues whenever she can. Working for the community to give back what she received is one of her priorities. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Auzin Panahandeh is a Middle Eastern, South Asian, and African Studies major. Being raised between countries has deeply influenced her interest in educational equity, immigration, and international law. As a Millennium Fellow, her project aims to aid individuals seeking higher education following displacement, and create a larger push for educational institutions to develop and establish new, more accessible, pathways to higher education. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT AUZIN PANAHANDEH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Columbia University | New York, United States | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 10 & UNAI 5 " Being a part of the Millennium Fellowship is a chance to hone my skills while learning from and alongside a broad network of driven peers. Guided by the UNAI principles, working in tandem with Fellows from around the world makes the SDGs feel all the more achieveable within our lifetimes. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Panah Project Project Panah will be a global resource that provides displaced individuals who aspire to pursue higher education with the information and mentoring needed to succeed in unfamiliar education systems. The project is still in its initial phase, which is centered on building the project website and informational databases. The website will offer information regarding general language requirements, funding options, and a list of university programs specifically for refugees. About the Millennium Fellow Auzin Panahandeh is a Middle Eastern, South Asian, and African Studies major. Being raised between countries has deeply influenced her interest in educational equity, immigration, and international law. As a Millennium Fellow, her project aims to aid individuals seeking higher education following displacement, and create a larger push for educational institutions to develop and establish new, more accessible, pathways to higher education. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Joy Eve is a determined and passionate young lady studying Medicine and Surgery at Makerere University. As the 90th Vice Guild President, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, promoting student welfare and advocating for their rights. Joy is also an accomplished athlete, serving as a national hockey player for Uganda. Her discipline, teamwork, and perseverance on the field showcase her dedication to excellence. With her academic, leadership and sports pursuits, Joy is driven to make a meaningful impact and contribute positively to her community. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT JOY EVE NAKANYIKE SERUNJOGI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Makerere University | Kampala, Uganda | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 3, SDG 11 & UNAI 9 " I'm thrilled to be a Millennium Fellow because it empowers me to amplify my voice and accelerate my impact. I'm driven by a passion to bridge the gap between healthcare and community, and I believe that collective action can spark meaningful change. Through my work, I strive to inspire a generation of leaders who will prioritize empathy, inclusivity, and excellence, ultimately creating a healthier and more equitable world for all. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Drugs Hatari Campaign The drugs Hatari is a campaign in response against the increased cases of drug misuse among the youth. It is primarily focusing on creating awareness among the youth and helping the affected individuals. About the Millennium Fellow Joy Eve is a determined and passionate young lady studying Medicine and Surgery at Makerere University. As the 90th Vice Guild President, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, promoting student welfare and advocating for their rights. Joy is also an accomplished athlete, serving as a national hockey player for Uganda. Her discipline, teamwork, and perseverance on the field showcase her dedication to excellence. With her academic, leadership and sports pursuits, Joy is driven to make a meaningful impact and contribute positively to her community. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

His name is Vijay Rajkumar. His early life and education was in Singapore. From the age of 12, he has been in India shifting between various schools according to how his parents wanted to provide him education. He was an introvert and was quite observant. He worked like a horse mentally for giving IIT Jee 2020 and was able to clear it enough to get into IIT Madras. He found joy in helping those in need and took life's struggles with a pinch of salt. He developed his physical strength by working out regularly and his willpower also improved greatly. He became self disciplined. He wishes to be an all rounder and pushes himself. Ultimately, his gifts and talents are to help the society as a whole. The Millennium Fellowship that he recently got accepted into will be his next stepping stone. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2024 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. This year, 52,000+ young leaders applied to join the Class of 2024 on 6,000+ campuses across 170 nations. 280+ campuses worldwide (just 5%) were selected to host the 4,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT VIJAY RAJKUMAR, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 16, SDG 10 & UNAI 8 " I intend to work for a social cause via a group of like minded productive people. Millennium enables me to do so. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Daily Life Innovations Decentralisation of the administrative structure. Changing the perspective of how the government handles problems. Borrowing ideas from blockchain development where transparency is involved. Every person involved has a proportionate share in the decision making and implementation. A vertical and horizontal (3D) framework connecting all issues and the experts involved in solving it. Immediate implementation (Action) according to priority order. About the Millennium Fellow His name is Vijay Rajkumar. His early life and education was in Singapore. From the age of 12, he has been in India shifting between various schools according to how his parents wanted to provide him education. He was an introvert and was quite observant. He worked like a horse mentally for giving IIT Jee 2020 and was able to clear it enough to get into IIT Madras. He found joy in helping those in need and took life's struggles with a pinch of salt. He developed his physical strength by working out regularly and his willpower also improved greatly. He became self disciplined. He wishes to be an all rounder and pushes himself. Ultimately, his gifts and talents are to help the society as a whole. The Millennium Fellowship that he recently got accepted into will be his next stepping stone. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Oluwatosin Madehin Mustapha is a brilliant, vibrant, creative and efficient young man. He is a student of Dentistry and Dental Surgery in the University of Lagos. Born and raised in the South-Western part of Nigeria, he is passionate about people development. He loves to volunteer- teaching, educating and making lives better one person at a time. He refers to "nature" as his best friend and is particular about the good treatment of the environment, hence his desire to work with the SDG 13, as it cuts across several other SDGs indirectly. He writes and designs during his leisure. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2021 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. In 2021, over 25,000 young leaders on 2,000+ campuses across 153 nations applied to join the Class of 2021. 136 campuses worldwide (just 6%) were selected to host the 2,000+ Millennium Fellows. The Class of 2021 is bold, innovative, and inclusive. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT OLUWATOSIN MUSTAPHA MADEHIN, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2021. University of Lagos, College of Medicine | Lagos, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 13 & UNAI 9 " Being very keen on results and ensuring effective timely delivery of allotted tasks top the charts in my work assessments. Climate Change is not understood and upheld in the manners it ought to. I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because through this medium and with my teamwork and improving communication skills, I can educate, enhance awareness and carry out projects that support and make possible a healthier environment. " Millennium Fellowship Project: The ReviveEarth Initiative The ReviveEarth Initiative is a project that aims at promoting awareness among the masses on Climate change, its mitigation and impact reduction in the society through media platforms and physical outreaches to secondary schools. Our goal is to enlighten the populace on the negative effects of our actions on the environment and our water bodies. We also hope to ingrain into their subconscious how our collective effort towards a reformation can cause a positive change and a safer environment. About the Millennium Fellow Oluwatosin Madehin Mustapha is a brilliant, vibrant, creative and efficient young man. He is a student of Dentistry and Dental Surgery in the University of Lagos. Born and raised in the South-Western part of Nigeria, he is passionate about people development. He loves to volunteer- teaching, educating and making lives better one person at a time. He refers to "nature" as his best friend and is particular about the good treatment of the environment, hence his desire to work with the SDG 13, as it cuts across several other SDGs indirectly. He writes and designs during his leisure. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Amritpal is a person whom one could reach out whenever the other person feels like. He is truly passionate individual who works hard and could lead a team. Being the cultural secretary of the undergraduate wing of his university he knows how to coordinate and bring in cooperation amongst a group of people. He is self composed and works well under pressure. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2023 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. 44,000+ student leaders from 3,300+ campuses across 170+ nations applied to join the Class of 2023. 260+ campuses worldwide (just 9%) in 38 countries were selected to host 4,000+ Millennium Fellows for the Class of 2023. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT AMRITPAL SINGH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2023. XIM University | Bhubaneswar, India | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 3 Millennium Fellowship Project: Project Lakshya Our social project focuses on promoting gender equality, spreading quality education, clean water & sanitation andimproving mental health and overall well-being. We aim to empower chirldern, specially girls by providing them access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Through awareness campaigns and community engagement, we strive to eliminate harmful cultural and social norms that perpetuate discrimination and gender-based violence. Our project also focuses on improving mental health and emotional well-being by providing support services and promoting healthy lifestyles. With a focus on inclusivity and equity, we believe that building strong, resilient communities is key to achieving sustainable development. The project would also work to ensure access to clean water and sanitation for all individuals, promoting hygiene and sanitation practices to prevent the spread of disease. About the Millennium Fellow Amritpal is a person whom one could reach out whenever the other person feels like. He is truly passionate individual who works hard and could lead a team. Being the cultural secretary of the undergraduate wing of his university he knows how to coordinate and bring in cooperation amongst a group of people. He is self composed and works well under pressure. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Evvie Kaczkowski is a junior at Lynn University, studying political science and social justice and impact. Her passions align with the current social change that is being pursued internationally. Living in Florida, the state of the environment is something that is incredibly important to her. She is active in the community by providing support to the various environmental initiatives that aid to the health of the oceans and beaches. After receiving her BA in political science, she is planning on attending law school and perusing a career in environmental law. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2023 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. 44,000+ student leaders from 3,300+ campuses across 170+ nations applied to join the Class of 2023. 260+ campuses worldwide (just 9%) in 38 countries were selected to host 4,000+ Millennium Fellows for the Class of 2023. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT EVVIE KACZKOWSKI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2023. Lynn University | Florida, United States | Advancing SDG 14 & UNAI 9 Millennium Fellowship Project: Love Your Oceans Love Your Oceans is an ocean adovate initiative that works with various ocean conservation initaitive to raise money, awareness, and education regarding the need for ocean protection. Through comprehensive education and engaging community events, Love Your Ocean opens the eyes of people who were unaware of the critical state of the Oceans. About the Millennium Fellow Evvie Kaczkowski is a junior at Lynn University, studying political science and social justice and impact. Her passions align with the current social change that is being pursued internationally. Living in Florida, the state of the environment is something that is incredibly important to her. She is active in the community by providing support to the various environmental initiatives that aid to the health of the oceans and beaches. After receiving her BA in political science, she is planning on attending law school and perusing a career in environmental law. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Tolulope Christiana Okunade is a public and international law undergraduate of the Osun State University , Nigeria. She was born in Lagos, Nigeria as the first of the three children of her parents and resides in Ibadan. She is passionate about international humanitarian law and advocates for women leadership all over the world. Tolu is also a chartered mediator and advocates for peace at all times in every day to day human interaction. As a student, she knows the importance of mental stability in other to achieve both academic and all-round excellence and as such, hopes to be able to use this platform to help other students like her suffering from ill mental health. ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIP - CLASS OF 2022 United Nations Academic Impact and MCN are proud to partner on the Millennium Fellowship. Over 31,000 young leaders on 2,400+ campuses across 140+ nations applied to join the Class of 2022. 200+ campuses worldwide (just 8%) were selected to host the 3,000+ Millennium Fellows. UNITED NATIONS ACADEMIC IMPACT AND MCN PROUDLY PRESENT OKUNADE TOLULOPE CHRISTIANA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2022. Osun State University | Osogbo, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 9 " Being a part of the Millennium Fellowship would help me develop my advocacy skills and contribute to my community positively. I am excited about this journey and willing to not just learn but put into practice all I'm taught. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Mental Health and You "Ayo, see what he sent!" I cried bitterly to my friend. "He's threatening me with my nude photos. He wants to blackmail me and he has seized my phone? What did I do to deserve this?" This was me about a year ago dealing with a blackmail episode by my ex-boyfriend. I couldn't understand anything at that point and I cried so much. It was a really low point for me. He texted my parents and told them lies about me, and my father who I care about so much was disappointed in me. The only person I could talk to was Ayo, a friend who I had never met (at that time). He found a way to calm me and put me back on the right track. During that time, my cumulative GPA plunged and I lost courage and face in school. I lost voice. I lost everything, everyone - I was lost. I got angry easily, I shouted at everyone, I just wanted to be alone. I almost lost the one friend that stood by me. We fought everytime as he would correct my every move. I got frustrated at every little correction and I would hurt his feelings. But he still remained. Ayo made me laugh through my depression and brought me back to life. I asked him why he did it and he told me that he had to fight through mental health trauma on his own. He ran away from home, twice and almost committed suicide on one occasion. He told me that he didn't want to see anyone go through the same thing he went through. At that time I thought. "How noble", until I started actively putting my ears at gossip, street talk and news. The rate of suicides in my community alone was alarming - and obviously the government is to busy to care. Someone needs to do something about it. So, I am currently working on a plan to reach out to people and talk to them about their mental health. I stay in Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria and school in a remote area in Osun state. These places, I'm sure are oblivious to their mental health and alway blame their ill fate on superstitions. I want to change that. I plan to build a team of well meaning and morally sound individuals who will help me achieve this goal. People need help, and I'm sure with the assistance of the United Nations through the Millennium Fellowship, I can help them. About the Millennium Fellow Tolulope Christiana Okunade is a public and international law undergraduate of the Osun State University , Nigeria. She was born in Lagos, Nigeria as the first of the three children of her parents and resides in Ibadan. She is passionate about international humanitarian law and advocates for women leadership all over the world. Tolu is also a chartered mediator and advocates for peace at all times in every day to day human interaction. As a student, she knows the importance of mental stability in other to achieve both academic and all-round excellence and as such, hopes to be able to use this platform to help other students like her suffering from ill mental health. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025