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< Back to opportunities UNESCO Prize for Girls' and Women's Education UNESCO Presented by: Grant/Award This opportunity is a: Applications are due by: April About this opportunity The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education is an international award established in 2015 to recognize outstanding efforts made by individuals, institutions, or organizations to advance girls’ and women’s education. To be eligible, nominees must be individuals, institutions, or non-governmental organizations with established and successful projects that have been running for at least two years. The initiative should demonstrate tangible results, innovative approaches, and the potential to be replicated or scaled. Nominations are submitted by UNESCO Member States via their National Commissions or by accredited NGOs in official partnership with UNESCO. Please consult the host website to confirm these and other details regarding eligibility and deadlines. Learn more & apply Previous Next

LAWAL, Ridwan Omobolaji is student of Lagos state university department of fisheries and aquatic biology. He's passionate about making impact and helping develop his community. Reason he's so passionate is because of where he grew up, where it is know for youth going into all shades of misconducts but he his determined to make a difference and be a great example for the younger generation. 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 LAWAL RIDWAN OMOBOLAJI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2022. Lagos State University | Lagos, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 14 & UNAI 1 " Impact and growth gives me more reasons to keep going and not necessarily recognition, I want to meet like minds and learn more. Growth is 1 if the major characteristic of human being so I am in search of personal development and I believe this Fellowship would give me the right avanue for this. I would give it my possible best to make a positive impact through out my time in the Fellowship. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Water body rescue team Basically help clean up the environment and also sensitization of the community people on how their activities affects the water and the their catch in return affects the economy of the country. About the Millennium Fellow LAWAL, Ridwan Omobolaji is student of Lagos state university department of fisheries and aquatic biology. He's passionate about making impact and helping develop his community. Reason he's so passionate is because of where he grew up, where it is know for youth going into all shades of misconducts but he his determined to make a difference and be a great example for the younger generation. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Erika Wu is an energetic sophomore studying economics and environmental studies at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH. Originally from Virginia Beach, VA, Erika is deeply committed to harnessing the power of our choices to make a positive environmental impact. Her current project focuses on reducing clothing waste and promoting sustainable consumption practices in the Upper Valley region, reflecting her dedication to environmental stewardship and innovative solutions. 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 ERIKA WU, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Dartmouth College | Hanover, United States | Advancing SDG 17, SDG 10, SDG 11 & UNAI 7 " My work is fueled by problem-solving and creativity, driving me to develop innovative solutions for today’s challenges. I’m thrilled to join the Millennium Fellowship, where collaboration and synergy will amplify our impact. Engaging with fellow members not only broadens our perspectives on global issues but also encourages us to push the boundaries of conventional thinking. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Partnerships For Sustainable Development At Dartmouth College Our project used creativity to raise awareness about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by designing artwork and posters that we displayed across campus. Centered on SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, the initiative emphasized collaboration, accessibility, and inclusivity, encouraging more people on campus to participate. By using art to spark conversations, we made sustainability more relatable and inspired meaningful dialogue. The project demonstrated the power of small actions and collective effort to drive change, reminding us that working together can make a big difference. About the Millennium Fellow Erika Wu is an energetic sophomore studying economics and environmental studies at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH. Originally from Virginia Beach, VA, Erika is deeply committed to harnessing the power of our choices to make a positive environmental impact. Her current project focuses on reducing clothing waste and promoting sustainable consumption practices in the Upper Valley region, reflecting her dedication to environmental stewardship and innovative solutions. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Kanyunyuzi Agatha Sandra is a blank sheet. Her chosen values are honesty, kindness, open-mindedness, and a hunger for knowledge. She is currently studying to become a doctor at Uganda Christian University, School of Medicine, and hopefully, leave a lasting mark on her pages. She has only ever lived in Uganda, where she was born, but has come to recognize a restless, adventurous spirit in her to explore the world, culture, art, and people. In the wake of her recovery from anxiety, a passion for mental health was ignited which led to her volunteering at The Buzz cut Foundation (BCF), a mental health organization. Thus far, she has contributed to multiple initiatives under BCF and is currently working on creating a platform that offers mental health-related services to the youth in her country. It is her hope that, eventually, her contributions to this field will help a lot of people and spread to other fields as well. 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 AGATHA SANDRA KANYUNYUZI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2022. Uganda Christian University | Kampala, Uganda | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 6 " The Millennium Fellowship boasts a wide and diverse social network which implies an even wider pool of knowledge and experience. Through being a Millennium Fellow, it is my hope to gather and utilize as much of this knowledge as I can to improve the state of mental health among the youth in Uganda. In addition, a social network can be applied to spreading both the message of hope and the promise to work towards better health to different parts of the world. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Zenith Youth Project The Zenith Youth project is a Non-Government Organization, with the goal to a goal to achieve health and sustenance among the youth, specifically within Uganda, by using health education, nutritional advice, and lifestyle modification, as well as offering professional help to members of the community, in order to minimize the risk of acquaint non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, cancers, and mental health disorders; including addressing currently existing mental health problems. About the Millennium Fellow Kanyunyuzi Agatha Sandra is a blank sheet. Her chosen values are honesty, kindness, open-mindedness, and a hunger for knowledge. She is currently studying to become a doctor at Uganda Christian University, School of Medicine, and hopefully, leave a lasting mark on her pages. She has only ever lived in Uganda, where she was born, but has come to recognize a restless, adventurous spirit in her to explore the world, culture, art, and people. In the wake of her recovery from anxiety, a passion for mental health was ignited which led to her volunteering at The Buzz cut Foundation (BCF), a mental health organization. Thus far, she has contributed to multiple initiatives under BCF and is currently working on creating a platform that offers mental health-related services to the youth in her country. It is her hope that, eventually, her contributions to this field will help a lot of people and spread to other fields as well. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Udemezue Kenechukwu Chinyelu is a driven young woman who resides in Lagos, Nigeria. For as long as she can remember, she has been an advocate for women's rights, mental health and a healthy environment. Her determination to achieve her goals has translated itself from her personal experiences to social action. She has attended several international conferences on women empowerment and environmental sustainability, thus assisting her to organize projects during her enrollment in high school. She plans to carry out more successful projects in the future. Kene intends to be in a professional field where her voice can be heard so that she can work hard at contributing to accomplish at least one of the Sustainable development 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 KENECHUKWU CHINYELU UDEMEZUE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2021. Babcock University | Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 13 & UNAI 9 " Innovation which is better encouraged by my determination to make the world a better place , drives me to do the work I do. Being a part of this amazing fellowship will amplify my skills. The skills I intend to acquire will assist my social impact in my community . I am also excited that I'd be helping the world to achieve our Sustainable Development Goals.. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Calm the Clime The project, calm the clime is focused on climate action (SDG 13) and it is a group project. The objective of this project is to raise awareness about climate change and engage in activities that project climate. The main focus is on sustainable recycling and combating the damage made by plastics. About the Millennium Fellow Udemezue Kenechukwu Chinyelu is a driven young woman who resides in Lagos, Nigeria. For as long as she can remember, she has been an advocate for women's rights, mental health and a healthy environment. Her determination to achieve her goals has translated itself from her personal experiences to social action. She has attended several international conferences on women empowerment and environmental sustainability, thus assisting her to organize projects during her enrollment in high school. She plans to carry out more successful projects in the future. Kene intends to be in a professional field where her voice can be heard so that she can work hard at contributing to accomplish at least one of the Sustainable development goals. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Ahmad Suleiman Karofi is a Mathematics Education Students at Ahmadu Bello University Samaru, Nigeria. Ahmad is passionate about personal development and long life learning journey, Ahmad has been working tirelessly on making a Free Drug Society in order to attain a healthy environment. As much of his education focused on the enhancement of Free Drug Society. Through his project, he hope’s to help the environment becomes a forerunner in sustainable development. After he graduates, Ahmad plans to earn a master’s degree in international development and work in a field regarding human security and sustainability. 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 AHMAD SULEIMAN KAROFI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2023. Ahmadu Bello University | Zaria, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3 & UNAI 8 Millennium Fellowship Project: Drug Free Society The program aimed to sensitize the whole community and call upon the attention of the public about the danger of using substances. The Program helps the youths to understand the danger of using substances in today's world most especially within my locality. About the Millennium Fellow Ahmad Suleiman Karofi is a Mathematics Education Students at Ahmadu Bello University Samaru, Nigeria. Ahmad is passionate about personal development and long life learning journey, Ahmad has been working tirelessly on making a Free Drug Society in order to attain a healthy environment. As much of his education focused on the enhancement of Free Drug Society. Through his project, he hope’s to help the environment becomes a forerunner in sustainable development. After he graduates, Ahmad plans to earn a master’s degree in international development and work in a field regarding human security and sustainability. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Chima Esther is a final-year medical student at Bingham University, Jos, Nigeria with a deep passion for healthcare and community well-being. Throughout her studies, she has focused on the intersection of medicine and public health, aspiring to make a significant impact on patient care and disease prevention. With a commitment to serving underprivileged communities, she has participated in various outreach programs aimed at improving health education and access to medical services. After graduation, she plans to pursue a residency in internal medicine, with the goal of becoming a dedicated physician who advocates for health equity and quality care for all. 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 CHIMA ESTHER CHINWENMERI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Bingham University Jos | Jos, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 4 & UNAI 1 " As a Millennium Fellow, I am excited to join a global community of changemakers committed to advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. This opportunity fuels my passion for creating lasting social impact, particularly in areas where healthcare and education intersect. I believe that by working together, we can drive meaningful change, inspire others, and build a more equitable and sustainable future. The Millennium Fellowship offers the platform to turn vision into action, and I am eager to contribute to this collective journey. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Project Impact Project Impact has two arms supporting SDG 3 and 4. We've carried our awareness outreaches to a secondary school in our locale to teach on a number of health issues. The second arm is related to providing quality healthcare at subsidized rates to women and children within a set criteria in our vicinity. About the Millennium Fellow Chima Esther is a final-year medical student at Bingham University, Jos, Nigeria with a deep passion for healthcare and community well-being. Throughout her studies, she has focused on the intersection of medicine and public health, aspiring to make a significant impact on patient care and disease prevention. With a commitment to serving underprivileged communities, she has participated in various outreach programs aimed at improving health education and access to medical services. After graduation, she plans to pursue a residency in internal medicine, with the goal of becoming a dedicated physician who advocates for health equity and quality care for all. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Adrian Cevallos Endara is an undergraduate student from the career of environmental engineering at Universidad de Las Americas in Quito, Ecuador. He is a 22-year-old man who is compromised with ecological conservation, as well as environmental and human welfare. Therefore, physical and mental overcoming represent the basis for his daily activities, and for problem solving, based on accurate decisions. He is convinced that people who think and act different from masses, are the ones who are capable of changing global issues. 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 ADRIAN MARCELO CEVALLOS, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2020. Universidad de Las Américas | Quito, Ecuador | Advancing SDG 6 & UNAI 9 " I am really excited to be a Millennium Fellowship because it represents a crucial opportunity to address environmental problems and establish reliable methods and solutions, throughout people's knowledge and experiences, acquired all over the world. My trust relies on people's hard work, effort and compromise, with actions that can properly face and solve human and environmental issues, in different and unique ecosystems on Earth. Both the knowledge taught in class, and the practical experiences acquired during field trips, represent a vigorous and vital tool for an environmental engineer; towards the analysis and improving of the current lifestyle in vulnerable and poor communities of my country. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Canchimalero, a footprint of hope. Canchimalero, a footprint of hope is a community development project that is carried out between UDLA students and the Canchimalero community. The main objectives of this initative are i) to optimize the disinfection processes of drinking water, ii) the treatment of excreta, and iii) the management of solid wastes in Canchimalero. All phases of the project will be carried out by students - putting into practice what has been learned in classrooms - with the contribution of teachers. Field activities are carried out with the support of community members, to achieve empowerment and guarantee the success of the project over time. Canchimalero is a population in the northern coastal zone of Ecuador, where 51 Afro-Ecuadorian families dedicated to artisanal fishing and coconut farming live. Family groups are made up of between five and six members. The project is developed based on the needs raised by the community during a participatory workshop, in which the lack of basic services was demonstrated: drinking water, sewerage and solid waste management. Goals: 1) 10 dry latrines will be built / people use latrines. 2) The stabilizer (decomposition of feces) will be operated / biological process of organic decomposition is in operation. 3) A compost bin will be built for the management of organic waste /decomposition process in operation, earthworms adapted. 3) Two participatory workshops will be held / 70 members of the community participate actively. 4) A technical talk will be given in the municipality of Valdez about the proper management of the canton water potabilization plant. 5) A filter will be designed and tested to improve the quality of the consumption water/ filter installed and in operation in the community school. About the Millennium Fellow Adrian Cevallos Endara is an undergraduate student from the career of environmental engineering at Universidad de Las Americas in Quito, Ecuador. He is a 22-year-old man who is compromised with ecological conservation, as well as environmental and human welfare. Therefore, physical and mental overcoming represent the basis for his daily activities, and for problem solving, based on accurate decisions. He is convinced that people who think and act different from masses, are the ones who are capable of changing global issues. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Bashir Yusuf Sfulani, a young creative and well experienced guy, he is 23, he was born in Gusau the capital city of Zamfara state of Nigeria where he attended JNI primary school and CIS as secondry school, then graduated to join his university in Sokoto state of Nigeria Where he is studying medicine and surgery. He has a passion in serving the people that have no voice to talk like children and villagers and he wants to see equality and involvement of every member of a community in social values. 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 BASHIR YUSUF SFULANI, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital | Sokoto, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 3, SDG 3, SDG 5 & UNAI 6 " In my trials to see the betterment of the young children and villagers. " Millennium Fellowship Project: A Child: Know Yourself I want to adress the issue of our people being paid for their votes during elections or in any related occasion to sell their rights, I will go to every nook and cranny to advocate against that. About the Millennium Fellow Bashir Yusuf Sfulani, a young creative and well experienced guy, he is 23, he was born in Gusau the capital city of Zamfara state of Nigeria where he attended JNI primary school and CIS as secondry school, then graduated to join his university in Sokoto state of Nigeria Where he is studying medicine and surgery. He has a passion in serving the people that have no voice to talk like children and villagers and he wants to see equality and involvement of every member of a community in social values. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Selena is currently pursuing her law degree at Bucerius Law School, having spent a semester abroad at SciencesPo Paris. She is especially interested in public international law and international relations, which is why she became a member of the prestigious Studierendenforum im Tönissteiner Kreis, which aims to conceptualise and elevate political and social student projects. She is still trying to figure out, where exactly she wants to work and is always open to connect on that matter. 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 SELENA NIESNER, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW AND CAMPUS DIRECTOR FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Bucerius Law School | Hamburg, Germany | Advancing SDG 13, SDG 9, SDG 3, SDG 6, SDG 7, SDG 11, SDG 17 & UNAI 9, UNAI 3 " Being part of the class of 2024, I am especially excited to learn more about how to develop a project together with an educational institution, not only creating social impact, but also academic added value. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Climate Law Summer School The Climate Law Summer School is a project, started by students at Bucerius Law School years ago, targeting German speaking Law Students and trying to help them find their way in climate law in order to help Germany become more sustainable in the future. The pilot has started this summer and since autumn of this year, the University has officially taken on the project and will continue the work for at least three more years. The students will continue to participate in building the project, by advising the university, helping out in marketing and giving feedback for the curriculum. The project aims to support SDG 13. About the Millennium Fellow Selena is currently pursuing her law degree at Bucerius Law School, having spent a semester abroad at SciencesPo Paris. She is especially interested in public international law and international relations, which is why she became a member of the prestigious Studierendenforum im Tönissteiner Kreis, which aims to conceptualise and elevate political and social student projects. She is still trying to figure out, where exactly she wants to work and is always open to connect on that matter. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

As a student at Fatima Jinnah Women's University, meher butt is completing her bachelor's degree in public administration program and she is honored to be a part of the Millennium fellowship as she is an ardent believer for the betterment of society. She strongly advocates for collaboration as it enables diverse perspectives, and they can levarage our skills, ideas, passion to drive impactful initiatives that promotes equality,justice and sustainable development. 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 MEHER BUTT, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2023. Fatima Jinnah Women University | Rawalpindi, Pakistan | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 4 Millennium Fellowship Project: Awaring the Society The team has been working with local schools and students to raise awareness and knowledge about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They have concentrated their efforts on four critical SDGs: basic education, mental health, women's empowerment, and life below water. The initiative will feature interactive sessions, seminars, and conversations to educate and inspire students to actively pursue their educational aspirations, promote mental health and stigma reduction, and increase awareness about the impact of human activity on marine ecosystems. About the Millennium Fellow As a student at Fatima Jinnah Women's University, meher butt is completing her bachelor's degree in public administration program and she is honored to be a part of the Millennium fellowship as she is an ardent believer for the betterment of society. She strongly advocates for collaboration as it enables diverse perspectives, and they can levarage our skills, ideas, passion to drive impactful initiatives that promotes equality,justice and sustainable development. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Amina Ibrahim is a penultimate law student at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. She was born and raised in Nigeria. She is a unique and fascinating individual, with a blend of qualities that make her stand out, with a curious mind, she is always eager to learn and explore new ideas and perspectives. She possesses a compassionate and empathetic heart, always willing to listen and offer support to those around her. Her kindness and warmth make her a beloved friend and companion, and her infectious enthusiasm draws people to her. With a keen sense of humor and a playful spirit, she knows how to find joy and laughter in life's moments, even in challenging times. Her resilience and adaptability enable her to navigate life's ups and downs with grace and determination. 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 IBRAHIM AMINA ABDULKADIR, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Ahmadu Bello University Kongo | Zaria, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 2 & UNAI 4 " Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in my community and the world at large. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Nourishing The Alimajiris As a Millennium Fellow (Class of 2024), I am excited to present "Nourishing The Almajiris," a project aimed at providing healthy lunches to 100 almajiri children in Jos North, Plateau State for a period of one month. This initiative aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) and Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being). About the Millennium Fellow Amina Ibrahim is a penultimate law student at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. She was born and raised in Nigeria. She is a unique and fascinating individual, with a blend of qualities that make her stand out, with a curious mind, she is always eager to learn and explore new ideas and perspectives. She possesses a compassionate and empathetic heart, always willing to listen and offer support to those around her. Her kindness and warmth make her a beloved friend and companion, and her infectious enthusiasm draws people to her. With a keen sense of humor and a playful spirit, she knows how to find joy and laughter in life's moments, even in challenging times. Her resilience and adaptability enable her to navigate life's ups and downs with grace and determination. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Her is Jennifer Adwoa Asor Yeboah. She is 20 years and a Medical Laboratory technology student in Knust. She is a very a girl that loves help people. She enjoys reading and listening to music. 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 JENNIFER ADWOA ASOR YEBOAH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2020. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology | Kumasi, Ghana | Advancing SDG 1 & UNAI 1 " I am very exicited to be a mellinium Fellow because i get the opportunity to make an impact in my community. Also it gives the opportunity to work with young intelligent minds and helps me to tolerate and communicate better with people. Mostly im glad because i am being given the chance to reduce hunger in the community. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Reducing Hunger This project is about reducing hunger by distributing food items to the less privileged About the Millennium Fellow Her is Jennifer Adwoa Asor Yeboah. She is 20 years and a Medical Laboratory technology student in Knust. She is a very a girl that loves help people. She enjoys reading and listening to music. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

< Back to opportunities Aspire Leaders Aspire Initiative Presented by: Training This opportunity is a: Applications are due by: Varies cohort wise About this opportunity A leadership development program for young professionals aiming to drive social change. Eligibility: Applicants should be first-generation students or recent graduates and have 2-5 years of work experience and a demonstrated commitment to public service. Please consult the host website to confirm these and other details regarding eligibility and deadlines. Learn more & apply Previous Next

Amizhthni is a passionate advocate for education and knowledge transfer, deeply committed to ensuring that learning reaches those who need it most. With a heart for empowering communities through accessible education, she dedicates her efforts to bridging the knowledge gap and creating opportunities for all. Her vision is to inspire others to embrace learning, believing that education is a fundamental right that can drive societal progress and individual transformation. Through her work and initiatives, Amizhthni continues to be a guiding force for inclusive education and lifelong learning for everyone. 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 AMIZHTHNI P R K, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 4, SDG 10, SDG 8 & UNAI 3 " I'm excited to be a Millennium Fellow because it aligns with my passion for making a tangible impact through education and leadership. The program's focus on social impact, global collaboration, and sustainable development deeply resonates with my belief in education as a tool for empowerment and transformation. It provides a platform where I can leverage my technical, leadership, and social skills to collaborate with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and work on projects that contribute to meaningful change. The fellowship is an opportunity to refine my vision, expand my reach, and bring my educational initiatives to a global stage, fostering inclusive growth and development for communities in need. " Millennium Fellowship Project: EmpowerEd Project EmpowerEd is an initiative led by a team of 9 students from IIT Madras under the Millennium Fellowship, in collaboration with the Guruji Education Foundation (GEF). Our goal is to expand the SCRATCH coding program across at least 20 schools in Tamilnadu. In today's fast-evolving world, coding is a fundamental skill. SCRATCH, a beginner-friendly programming language, helps students not only learn to code but also fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. By implementing SCRATCH in Tamil Nadu schools, we aim to empower students, particularly economically weaker students, with these vital skills, enhancing their ability to think logically and approach challenges innovatively. We thus aim to close the digital literacy gap, and provide students with future-ready skills. About the Millennium Fellow Amizhthni is a passionate advocate for education and knowledge transfer, deeply committed to ensuring that learning reaches those who need it most. With a heart for empowering communities through accessible education, she dedicates her efforts to bridging the knowledge gap and creating opportunities for all. Her vision is to inspire others to embrace learning, believing that education is a fundamental right that can drive societal progress and individual transformation. Through her work and initiatives, Amizhthni continues to be a guiding force for inclusive education and lifelong learning for everyone. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Egemonye Adaeze is currently a student of Dentistry at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos where she is also serving as a senator in the University of Lagos Association of Dental Students (ULADS). She is a graduate of the commonwealth100 programme on leadership and also holds a certificate on Improving Global Health: Focusing on quality and safety from an online initiative of Harvard University. She is ambitious and passionate about making a positive change in her community and the world at large. 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 ADAEZE FAVOUR EGEMONYE, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2020. University of Lagos College of Medicine | Lagos, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 17 & UNAI 9 " My excitement for being a Millennium Fellow stems from the fact that this is an amazing opportunity to learn from as well as work side by side with people of like minds to make long lasting positive impact in the health sector. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Sustainable Health Initiatives The Sustainable Health Initiatives is an organisation focused on promoting good health and wellness for all by carrying out three fundamental works. First, creating awareness on both communicable and non-communicable diseases. Second, advocating for and organising screening and vaccination exercises. Third, prompt referal to the appropriate health facilities for confirmatory tests and professional health management. Our goal is to reach out to at least 1000 individuals through both our physical and online activities. On our social media platform, we will address one health topic every week to create awareness and demystify myths. In the near future, we hope to extend our work to all parts of the country. About the Millennium Fellow Egemonye Adaeze is currently a student of Dentistry at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos where she is also serving as a senator in the University of Lagos Association of Dental Students (ULADS). She is a graduate of the commonwealth100 programme on leadership and also holds a certificate on Improving Global Health: Focusing on quality and safety from an online initiative of Harvard University. She is ambitious and passionate about making a positive change in her community and the world at large. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Arunima Gupta is a resilient, passionate and young adult. She was born and raised in New Delhi, India and is pursuing her undergraduate degree in Economics from University of Delhi, India. Since a very young age, she was introduced to the dichotomy of Indian lives and how privilege shaped her world. In her small ways, she started contributing to the society by organising collection camps to provide school supplies for a special needs school in her neighborhood when she was 10 years old. With time, this passion to spread awareness & mobilise resources for the needy shaped into has only increased. She wishes to be an active citizen in civil society. 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 ARUNIMA GUPTA, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2021. University of Delhi | New Delhi, India | Advancing SDG 11 & UNAI 9 " Figuring how to channel my left brain along the lines of sustainable creation has been the 'Youreka' moment I've been waiting for! Joining the Class of 2021, I am excited to learn from this community of passionate folks and share with them my thoughts & ideas. I am extremely driven in my work at Flipitt- a reworked apparel brand I founded last year, which truly symbolises 'small but meaningful impact'. Hoping to gain new perspectives & challenge some beliefs through this experience! " Millennium Fellowship Project: Flipitt Flipitt is an online clothing store and blog that promotes a circular economy in clothing by upcycling surplus fabrics into unique, reworked garments. About the Millennium Fellow Arunima Gupta is a resilient, passionate and young adult. She was born and raised in New Delhi, India and is pursuing her undergraduate degree in Economics from University of Delhi, India. Since a very young age, she was introduced to the dichotomy of Indian lives and how privilege shaped her world. In her small ways, she started contributing to the society by organising collection camps to provide school supplies for a special needs school in her neighborhood when she was 10 years old. With time, this passion to spread awareness & mobilise resources for the needy shaped into has only increased. She wishes to be an active citizen in civil society. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Anna Antony is a passionate final year undergraduate student of Economics at Stella Maris College. She was born in Kerala,India and was raised by Indian parents.All these years,she has learned to respect diversity and acknowledge the uniqueness of each individual. She is highly committed to social work and continues to work hard to uplift others through research and volunteering activities. Anna is highly driven by self motivation and with her strong will-power and determination,she is capable of converting innovative and impactful ideas into action through this fellowship. 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 ANNA ANTONY, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2021. Stella Maris College | Chennai, India | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 1 " I am truly excited to be a part of the Millennium Fellowship and serve the society alongside others with equal passion to uplift others and have a community impact.While being a Millennium Fellow provides me a larger platform to work hard and lend a helping hand to those in need,I also realize that it entrusts me an additional responsibility of working relentlessly to achieve the Sustainable development goals and be an advocate of social well-being. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Unleash ‘Unleash’, is a project undertaken under the Millennium Fellowship. It is led by Millennium Fellows Anna Antony, Gayathri Arvind and Mahalakshmi Manian. The initiative aims to help college students with writing as well as communication skills by creating an inclusive and non-judgemental community of learners. In places of higher education, the required level of writing and communication skills is high. Many, especially those who didn't primarily study in English at school or didn't have sufficient opportunities to develop these skills, face inhibitions and find it difficult to adapt to the new environment. This project aims to build a student community where peers can help each other improve communication, presentation and writing skills that will help them in their quest to get better opportunities, jobs and will also boost their confidence. The project will have multiple sessions every week with creative learning activities that'll aid the learning process. The main aim of ‘Unleash’ is to provide a safe and inclusive space to students for developing their skills. We propose to enroll and engage student volunteers across departments to assist and further the initiative. At the end of the project, we hope to leave behind a strong, inclusive and self-supporting community, constituting students with renewed confidence in their own abilities to take on the world. About the Millennium Fellow Anna Antony is a passionate final year undergraduate student of Economics at Stella Maris College. She was born in Kerala,India and was raised by Indian parents.All these years,she has learned to respect diversity and acknowledge the uniqueness of each individual. She is highly committed to social work and continues to work hard to uplift others through research and volunteering activities. Anna is highly driven by self motivation and with her strong will-power and determination,she is capable of converting innovative and impactful ideas into action through this fellowship. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Sowmya Vaidyanathan is a rising third year student at Ashoka University, studying Literature and Sociology. She is interested in the way stories, folklore and myths intersect with the natural environment, and how this intersection can lead to awareness and change. 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 SOWMYA VAIDYANATHAN, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2020. Ashoka University | Haryana, India | Advancing SDG 15 & UNAI 9 " I've always been interested in the relationship between mythology and the natural world, and I am excited to be a Millennium Fellow because of the opportunity it gives me to use this interest to create meaningful change. I am also excited and honoured to learn and grow from this talented and diverse network of student leaders from all across the globe. " Millennium Fellowship Project: PLANT: People's Living Archive of Native Trees PLANT - People's Living Archive of Native Trees aims, over many years, to build a comprehensive, accessible, multilingual, and crowdsourced archive of traditional knowledge, stories, and medicinal uses of flora in India. They believe that this subcontinent has a rich storehouse of indigenous knowledge and practices which are inclusive, equitable, and ecologically sensitive. Plants have gained various statuses and uses in mythology, religion, medicine, socio-cultural practices, and day-to-day activities. Unfortunately, documentation and public awareness of such knowledge in India are poor. Through this website, they hope to play a small role in filling this gap. They aim to document diverse community stories from across India, and through this to help build bridges amongst them, learn from each other, and work towards conserving and furthering grounded lifestyles. Goal: Over the next few months, they aim to set up the public portal and crowd-sourced map with sample stories from different parts of India. About the Millennium Fellow Sowmya Vaidyanathan is a rising third year student at Ashoka University, studying Literature and Sociology. She is interested in the way stories, folklore and myths intersect with the natural environment, and how this intersection can lead to awareness and change. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

Abdullahi Muhammad, a university student with a background in IT, has seamlessly transitioned into the role of an IT specialist. His academic foundation provides him with a strong analytical approach, which he may applies to his technical and leadership responsibilities. Abdullahi's expertise as a student and IT specialist empowers him to tackle challenges with a unique perspective, making him a valuable asset in both worlds. 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 ABDULLAHI MUHAMMAD, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2023. Yobe State University | Damaturu, Nigeria | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 2 | Emerging Technologist Millennium Fellowship Project: Bridging Tech Talent: Empowering Youth for Community Impact and I.T Provide my community center with the knowledge of technology advancements of the era. Provide the young ones of the community with the basic knowledge of technology and how to improve the community in future. About the Millennium Fellow Abdullahi Muhammad, a university student with a background in IT, has seamlessly transitioned into the role of an IT specialist. His academic foundation provides him with a strong analytical approach, which he may applies to his technical and leadership responsibilities. Abdullahi's expertise as a student and IT specialist empowers him to tackle challenges with a unique perspective, making him a valuable asset in both worlds. BACK Apply for the Class of 2025

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 GUNEET SINGH, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2023. Ahmedabad University | Ahmedabad, India | Advancing SDG 4 & UNAI 3 " "Quality education is a necessity not a substitute" Working for the education of underprivileged and OoSC Children for the past 5 years in Jammu and Kashmir, India. " Millennium Fellowship Project: Kshamta We believe that education is not merely limited to just textbooks and the traditional academic subjects, rather more about the overall development of an individual. We aim to empower the young minds to thrive more than just gaining theoretical knowledge to help them to flourish and to rewrite their defined boundaries. This, as we rightfully believe, would help the youngsters to undergo a holistic development through the strategic building of the academic curriculum that we would be working on together as a team. About the Millennium Fellow BACK Apply for the Class of 2025