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Executive Director Note 2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 01LETTER FROM THEEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR is a combination of aggregated data from preand post program survey responses andpersonal reflections. Collectively, this gives youa window into the program that has been ahome for 4,362 Millennium Fellows in the Classof 2024 on campuses worldwide. Throughtraining on effective leadership in campuscohorts, virtual sessions to explore social impactcareers, and hands-on initiatives incommunities, Millennium Fellows exercised civicagency and built civic power, collectively takingthousands of steps towards achieving theSustainable Development Goals (SDGs). I offerthanks here to each Millennium Fellow andevery MCN community member, universityfaculty and staff who support this programming. I also thank all of MCN’s partners that enableour work, with special recognition to our long-time partner on the Millennium Fellowship,the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI). Now in our seventh year of partnership, we havecollectively supported 15,000+ undergraduatesto date as they thread together classroomlearning with campus and communitypartnerships to make the SDGs and UNAIPrinciples reality. I am perennially inspired byeach Millennium Fellow I meet with, and Ihope this Impact Report is both a source ofoptimism and an invitation for you to moredeeply engage with our community as well.With deepest thanks,SamIn 2013, the Millennium Fellowship was launchedas a program to support civically engagedundergraduates. What started with an inauguralClass of 11 Millennium Fellows has grown into agrassroots civic engagement movement onhundreds of campuses across the globe. Millennium Fellows are exploring theirmotivations and honing skills as they volunteeron school tutoring programs, communitygardens to tackle food insecurity, andcampaigns to reduce stigma around mentalhealth. What you will find in this Impact ReportSAM VAGHARExecutive DirectorMillennium Campus Network

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Millennium FellowshipPage 02Program Overview2024 Impact ReportThe Millennium Fellowship continues tosupport young leaders worldwide, fosteringethical leadership and social impact. Theprogram, presented in partnership with theUnited Nations Academic Impact (UNAI),identifies and supports undergraduatestudents committed to advancing theSustainable Development Goals (SDGs) andUNAI principles through community-drivenprojects.The Class of 2024 attracted global demand,,with 52,000+ students applying fromuniversities across the globe. Through ahighly competitive process, a cohort ofexceptional Fellows joined the program toembark on a semester-long leadershipdevelopment journey.THEMILLENNIUM FELLOWSHIPThis Impact Report captures theachievements of the Millennium FellowshipClass of 2024, showcasing how Millennium Fellows lead, the collaborations they build,and the change they drive in theircommunities. It also reflects on keychallenges, lessons gained, and ways inwhich the Fellowship continues to empoweryoung leaders for sustained impact.We hope this report inspires not only currentand future Millennium Fellows, but all youngpeople worldwide and reinforces thetransformative role of youth leadership inshaping a more just and sustainable world.

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Application cycle forthe Class of 2024 (Sep 2023 - Apr 2024)Application ReviewProcess (May - July 2024)Fellowship Launch +Global Town Hall(August 2024)Global Graduation(November 2024)Fellowship Concludes- Certification(December 2024)Alumni Network(Ongoing)Applications are reviewed by a GlobalAdmissions Committee, which made up of Fellowship Alumni. Finalists for the CampusDirector position are invited to interviews.The official start of the Fellowship. SelectedMillennium Fellows begin their projects and startengaging in 6 leadership training sessions andconvene globally via the annual global Town Hall Millennium Fellows attend a virtual globalgraduation, hearing from UN officials, globalleaders, program alumni, and each other.The application process for the Class of 2024launched in September 2023 and closed in lateApril 2024. Students from across the globeapplied online. At the end of the Fellowship, MillenniumFellows submit project reports highlighting theirlocal impact. Graduating students receive acertificate of recognition from MCN and theUnited Nations Academic Impact.After graduation, Millennium Fellows join a20,000+ strong MCN alumni network, continueto advance the SDGs post-graduation andengage through volunteer, mentorship, andsocial impact opportunities. PROGRAM OVERVIEWProgram Overview2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 03

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2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024010000200003000040000500006000073081515925500313974436952581Program Overview2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 05Applicants Campuses Nations52,581 6,000+ 170+Continued Global DemandOver 6 years, we’ve received 176,000+ applications and trainedover 15,000 Fellows. Starting with5,000 applications and a cohort size of3000 in 2018 to 52,000+ applicantsand a class size of 4,000+ Fellows in2024. We do not spend on marketing.This year on year exponentialgrowth is purely organic andrepresents the trust that students anduniversities have in this program.Year-on-year growth of application poolThe Millennium Fellowship reached a new milestone with the close of its Class of 2024application cycle, receiving 52,581 applications from 6,000+ campuses across 170+countries. This marks an 18.51% growth from last year, surpassing the previous recordand highlighting the program’s increasing global demand. Year-on-Year Growth

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Key Metrics382,172Hours dedicated2,110Unique projects1,002,895Lives positively impactedThroughout the Millennium Fellowship program, Millennium Fellowsselect, design, and implement a project they are passionate about,and which addresses one or more of the United Nations SustainableDevelopment Goals (SDGs), applying what they learn in real-time tocreate tangible social impact.Individual Projects74.5%Group Projects25.5%157153969MillenniumFellowship projectsattained non-profitstatus during thecourse of theprogram.Breakdown of Project Types25.5% of the Class of 2024 collaborated on a group or cohort-wideproject, working together toward shared goals.of projects started as a result of theMillennium Fellowship63.3%PROJECT IMPACTProject Impact2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 10

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Project Impact2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 11Continuing69.4%Completed30.6%Millennium Fellows are making alasting difference across diversesectors, from climate resilience andpublic health to workforce innovationand community development. Of the 2,110 projects implemented in2024, 69.4% (1,465 projects)continued their work post-program,driving ongoing progress towardstheir goals. 30.6% (645 projects)were short term initiatives, whichachieved their set goals by December2024.Fellows response to the question:"Project Status as of December 2024"On Project ContinuationOn Partnerships2,889partnerships were formed through theMillennium Fellowship projects.0 100 200 300 400 500Current/Past Millennium FellowsGovernment AgencyIndividualsNearby UniversitiesNon-proﬁt OrganizationsOtherPrivate CompaniesSchoolsStudent OrganizationsYour University19673420483685510420374237Fellows response to the type of partnerships created in 2024.

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Project Impact2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 13What is the primary SDG(s) that you areadvancing?Number ofProjectsPercentage fromTotal ProjectsGOAL 1: No Poverty763.60%GOAL 2: Zero Hunger874.12%GOAL 3: Good Health and Well-being59328.10%GOAL 4: Quality Education51324.31%GOAL 5: Gender Equality1607.58%GOAL 6: Clean Water and Sanitation612.89%GOAL 7: Affordable and Clean Energy180.85%GOAL 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth572.70%GOAL 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure341.61%GOAL 10: Reduced Inequality833.93%GOAL 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities753.55%GOAL 12: Responsible Consumption and Production612.89%GOAL 13: Climate Action1497.06%GOAL 14: Life Below Water40.19%GOAL 15: Life on Land251.18%GOAL 16: Peace and Justice Strong Institutions854.03%GOAL 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal291.37%Breakdown of projects by primary Sustainable Development Goal

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 15Pace against Waste: Millennium Fellows at Pace University, New York City Campus USA.Fellowship Project SpotlightAt her university’s dining hall, all containers and utensils are single-useplastic—a reality that presents Julia, a Millennium Fellow, with anopportunity to drive meaningful change. Through her project ‘Pace Against Waste’, she is raising awareness aboutthe environmental impact of single-use plastics and empowering studentsto adopt sustainable alternatives like reusable products and composting.She is spreading her message through social media, campus flyers, andeducational campaigns while also leading a petition to advocate for moresustainable dining practices.

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Training2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 16Key MetricsGrowth in Leadership Skills: 82.6% → 96.2%“I have the leadership skills I need to lead others inachieving social impact goals.”+13.64%95.5% of Millennium Fellows reported a deeper understanding ofempathy, humility, and inclusion as a result of the Fellowship“My understanding of empathy, humility, and inclusion has deepened as aresult of the Millennium Fellowship.”95% of fellows found the training sessions and content valuable fortheir leadership development.“The fellowship sessions and content provided was useful for myleadership development.”During the Millennium Fellowship, Fellowsparticipate in 6 structured on-campustraining sessions. These sessions aredesigned to cultivate values-drivenleadership, emphasizing Empathy, Humilityand Inclusion as core values. Fellows refinetheir leadership skills with practical, skill-based learning, collaborate with peers, andreceive constructive feedback. Thecurriculum helps shape better leaders andstrengthen their ability to participatemeaningfully in their communities.93.9%% of fellows found the training sessions and content valuablefor their social impact project.“The fellowship sessions and content provided was useful for myFellowship project”TRAINING On Usefulness Campus Directors at Bingham University, Nigeria

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Training2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 17Class of 2024 Millennium Fellow from Kabarak University96%96.1%Millennium Fellows at University of Peshawar, PakistanMAXWELL LELEURThe Millennium Fellowship has proven transformative for the Class of 2024,cultivating leaders who are not only skilled but deeply intentional in their approachto driving change. An overwhelming majority reflect that the experienceprofoundly accelerated their personal and professional growth. The emphasis onempathy, humility, and inclusion strongly resonated, with 95-96% of Fellowsreporting developing a deeper understanding of these principles. Additionally, theFellowship prepared students to lead by example, feeling equipped with theleadership skills needed to drive social change.Over 95% of Fellows reported measurable strides in their ability to design, manage,and scale social impact ventures—a testament to the program’s focus oneffectively combining theory with real-world application. By providing access toskill-building opportunities beyond their university programs, the Fellowship hasequipped students with the confidence to reimagine systems, mobilizecommunities, and turn their ideas into local blueprints for impact.“The training sessions were the most helpful because they provided aclear framework for fellows to conceptualise, plan, and implementimpactful projects. It helped us align our passions with actionablegoals and taught us how to measure the success of their initiatives. Thepractical activities and real-world examples made the session engagingand highly applicable.”On Values Driven LeadershipAgreed that they have “increased awareness of empathyand humility in social impact work through the MillenniumFellowship.”Fellows have reported meaningful opportunities for reflection and growth in keyvalues:Agreed that “the Millennium Fellowship has providedmeaningful opportunities to reflect on empathy.”

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Training2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 1895.5%95.8%89.8%96.2%96.4%On Skill Developmentof Millennium Fellows agreed that they have improved theirmanagement skills as a result of the Millennium Fellowship.of Millennium Fellows reported that they have gained theskills necessary to benefit others through social impact as aresult of the Millennium Fellowship.of Millennium Fellows reported that the MillenniumFellowship provided skills they would not have gained at theiruniversity.of Millennium Fellows reported that they have the leadershipskills they need to lead others in achieving social impactgoals.of Millennium Fellows reported that they have the teammanagement skills they need to lead others in achievingsocial impact goals, a 13.78% increase from pre-surveyresults.Millennium Fellows at Hamburg University of Technology, Germany

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 21Fellowship Project SpotlightSIMPLEJOINT: Millennium Fellows at African Leadership University Rwanda, Africa Isaiah Oghenekevwe Kporon, a Millennium Fellow from ALU started theinitiative SIMPLEJOINT as he saw the growing need for e-health solutionsparticularly in Public Health sector in his community. He is currentlyshaping this initiative into 'JointCare,' a healthcare project which focuses onthe SDG 3 (Health and Wellbeing) to solve the problem of poor access tohealth maintenance products.This platform also provides affordable access to primary healthcare inunderserved communities. Through this project he and his team provideaccess to Primary healthcare and insurance services in underservedcommunities and empower consumers by connecting them to effectiveHealth Maintenance Organisations (HMOs) across the continent. Theirmission is focused on primary prevention, promoting a health and wellnesslifestyle within their community.

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Connections2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 22Key Metrics93.97% of Millennium Fellows agreed that "I have builtnew relationships with my peers through this program."86.66% of Millennium Fellows consider "[their] peers -other Millennium Fellows - an important part of [their]future professional network."Millennium Fellows foster meaningfulconnections, learning together in vibrant oncampus cohorts while actively engaging witha global community of like-minded peers.They also gain access to interactive webinarswith industry leaders, and networkingopportunities within the social impact space.This focus on community helps to foster aculture of collaboration, ensuring each Fellowcan rely on a strong support system both oncampus and outside.CONNECTIONSChannels for Global Peer ConnectionMillennium Fellows engage with peers on campus and across the globe throughvarious channels designed to encourage collaboration, learning, and meaningfulconnections.1- Community Events: Two key events mark significant milestones in theMillennium Fellowship journey. The Town Hall event kickstarts the Fellowshipexperience by uniting the entire cohort, while the Fellowship Global Graduationcelebrates their achievements, reinforcing a strong sense of community.2- Global Webinar Series: Through the Millennium Fellowship Webinar series,Fellows engage in intergenerational dialogues with experts in the social impactsector. These 60-minute sessions provide inspiration from accomplished leadersencourages an exchange of ideas, and also serve as powerful platforms for cross-regional networking. In 2024, the series featured 31 distinguished speakers,offering Fellows a platform to explore careers, expand their knowledge, and buildconnections.Millennium Fellows at Meiji GakuinUniversity, Japan

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Connections2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 23Millennium Fellows from 30+ campuses celebrating togetherness at the GlobalGraduation Ceremony3- SDG Conversation Hours: Every Saturday, Millennium Fellows come togethervirtually for 60-minute thematic, semi-formal discussions, centered on specificSustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These sessions explore relevant andemergent themes such as community engagement, peacebuilding, interculturaldialogue, and youth-driven solutions to global challenges. By sharing experiencesand strategies, Fellows gain diverse perspectives and strengthen their collectiveimpact.4- On-Campus Connections: Fellows cultivate strong peer networks within theiruniversity cohorts, fostering collaboration and mutual support. These on-campusinteractions serve as a foundation for teamwork, enabling Fellows to drivemeaningful change within their local communities while staying connected to theglobal Millennium Fellowship network.Connection to Peersof Millennium Fellows agreed that "[they] feel stronglyconnected to peers on [their] campus who are also doingsocial impact work."of Millennium Fellows agreed that agreed that "[they] havebuilt new relationships with [their] peers through thisprogram."of Millennium Fellows consider "[their] peers - otherMillennium Fellows - an important part of [their] futureprofessional network."93.9%86.7%94%

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Connections2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 24SARAH SIBLINIClass of 2024 Millennium Fellow from Lebanese American University Resource/OpportunityCount ofFellowsPercentageof ResponsesLearned about new kinds of work in the social impact sector315914.04%Increased career knowledge about the social impact sector2,79212.41%Accessed mentorship connections2,71112.05%Gained beneficial contacts for Millennium Fellowship project2,43710.83%Built contacts with my university institution2,30010.22%Accessed career advice in the social impact sector2,34310.41%Established connections to global communities1,5106.71%Expanded contacts with local initiatives1,4706.53%Linked with contacts with local nonprofits1,4266.34%Tapped into financial support for project or collective action8783.90%Built contacts with local businesses7303.24%Established connection leading to a part-time and/ortemporary paid employment opportunity4431.97%Engaged connection leading to a full-time paid employment opportunity2311.03%Other590.26%None100.04%Through the Millennium Fellowship, I’ve not only contributed to acause I deeply care about, but I’ve also built lifelong connections andfriendships with people across the globe. It has helped me grow bothprofessionally and personally in ways I didn’t expect.Accessing Transformative ResourcesMillennium Fellows accessed a variety of resources and opportunities as a result ofthe Millennium Fellowship:The 2024 Millennium Fellowship cohort built strong peer networks on campus andglobally, enhancing their confidence and leadership. Fellows gained valuablementorship, career insights, and resources, equipping them to drive meaningfulsocial impact.

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 27 Fellowship Project SpotlightJUDEM: Millennium Fellows at CETYS Mexicali Mexico, Americas. JUDEM (Jóvenes Unidos por el Desarrollo Educativo de Mexicali) aims toprovide a didactic space for children from marginalized areas of Mexicali,encouraging them to continue their education. Through engaging activities, theorganization promotes active, creative, and critical learning among the children.The goals include visiting schools in Mexicali and conducting activities such asmusic, reading, robotics, and crafts workshops. They have developed localprograms to reach out to 250 elementary schools, incorporating over five clubsand two talks focused on music, crafts, reading, and robotics. Creativity andlogical thinking are at the core of their projects, fostering these skills in youngchildren.

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Credentials2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 28Millennium Fellow who complete allthe graduation requirements receive acertificate of recognition from theUnited Nations Academic Impact andMCN, acknowledging their efforts andachievements.CREDENTIALSKey Metrics93.40% of Millennium Fellows agreed that “[being] aMillennium Fellow has elevated or made more visible[their] project on campus or in [their] community.”96.41%% of Millennium Fellows agreed that "I am moreconfident that I can effectively contribute to socialimpact goals as a result of the Millennium Fellowship."Young people want to use their voices and they want the world to listen. TheMillennium Fellowship continues to be a powerful platform for the recognition andvisibility of youth led projects globally. 93.4% of Fellows reported that theirinitiatives were elevated through media coverage, including campus press, newsarticles, and social media. This increased exposure helped amplify their impact andexpand their reach.Each Graduating Millennium Fellow also receives an online profile, customized withdetails of their work, interest and passion. These serve as valuable digital assets touse as social impact portfolios, helping in job and grad school applications, alongwith general networking.96.4% of graduation Millennium Fellows report feeling more confident in theirability to contribute to social impact goals. This confidence, combined withincreased visibility, empowers Fellows to pursue ambitious goals and positionsthem as influential leaders capable of inspiring and mobilizing their communities.96.55% of Millennium Fellows agreed that "[they] caninfluence people around [them] to make a difference in[their] community." + 9.72%Increase from pre-surveyMillennium Fellows at BotswanaAccountancy College, Botswana

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 33Fellowship Project SpotlightNEST4US: Millennium Fellows at Georgia Institute of Technology, USA, AmericasNEST4US aims to make the world better through kindness by mobilizingvolunteers worldwide to tackle societal issues and promote equitablesolutions. They engage diverse communities in grassroots movementssupporting causes like global hunger, racial justice, quality education, andpoverty.Throughout the year, they hosted large-scale service projects such asSandwich Assembly Project, Blessing Bag Project, Rice Up Against Hunger,Brunch Bags, Goodies4Good, Notes of Encouragement, andNourish2Flourish. Through these initiatives at Georgia Tech and beyond, thefellows strive to amplify minority voices, foster intergenerational dialogue,and empower communities to drive lasting, positive change.

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CAREER EXPOSURECareer Exposure2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 34The Millennium Fellowship program exposes Fellows to careers inthe social impact sector. Through engagement with industryleaders, networking events, and mentorship, Fellows gain a clearerunderstanding of potential career paths. This experience oftenopens doors to internships, job placements, and furthereducational pursuits, empowering them to advance their impact-driven careers.Key MetricsIncrease in Career Preparedness: 83.24% → 94.24%“I am prepared to enter my career of choice after Igraduate.”+11%Increase from pre-surveyIncrease in Pursuit of Social Impact Careers from 77.06% → 89.88%"I am likely to pursue a career in social impact."+12.82%Increase from pre-surveyClass of 2024 Millennium Fellows report that the program helped significantlyshape the career trajectories, enhancing their preparedness for the workforce. 94.24% said they were ‘feeling ready to enter their career of choice aftergraduation.’ 93.59% noted that t’he Fellowship has helped them become moreprepared for a career in social impact.’A strong inclination towards social impact careers emerged as a key theme. Post-survey data shows that 89.88% of Fellows are likely to pursue a career in socialimpact. Similarly, 87.78% of Fellows are more likely to pursue a career in socialimpact as a direct result of the Fellowship, demonstrating the program'seffectiveness in guiding fellows towards impactful career paths.The Fellowship also inspired entrepreneurial ambitions among Fellows: 85.53%plan to start a social entrepreneurship organization. This entrepreneurial spiritaligns with the Fellowship’s emphasis on innovation and leadership in the socialimpact sector.

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Additionally, 91.44% of fellows feel more prepared to pursue a career in socialimpact due to the Fellowship, and 96.06% plan to continue advancing theSustainable Development Goals (SDGs) after completing the Fellowship. Thiscommitment to the SDGs underscores the long-term impact of the program onfellows' professional and personal development.Career Exposure2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 35Career Preparednessof Millennium Fellows agreed that "[they are] prepared toenter [their] career of choice after [they] graduate."94.2%of Millennium Fellows agreed that "The MillenniumFellowship has helped me become more prepared for acareer in social impact."93.6%of Millennium Fellows answered yes to the question: "Didthis program change your plans for what you will do aftergraduating from university?”37.3%Millennium Fellows reported a significant increase in their readiness to enter theirchosen careers:The Fellowship has solidified fellows' intentions to pursue careers in social impact:Pursuit of Social Impact Careersof Millennium Fellows agreed that "[They are] likely topursue a career in social impact."89.9%of Millennium Fellows agreed that agreed that "[They are]more likely to pursue a career in social impact as a result ofthe Millennium Fellowship."87.8%of Millennium Fellows agreed that agreed that "[They are]more prepared to pursue a career in social impact as a resultof the Millennium Fellowship."91.4%of Millennium Fellows agreed that agreed that "[They] planto continue finding ways to advance the SustainableDevelopment Goals after completing this Fellowship.”96.1%11% increase from pre-survey12.82% increase from pre-survey

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 37Fellowship Project SpotlightProject SHIELD: Millennium Fellows at Health Services Academy Pakistan, Pakistan, Asia. Project SHIELD – Sanitation, Health, Immunization, Education, and Leadershipfor Infectious Disease Prevention is a community-based initiative led by studentsfrom Health Services Academy, Islamabad. The project aims to reduce theincidence of infectious diseases among children at the Mashal Model School inNurpur Shahan by promoting better sanitation practices, health education, andimmunization. During the Millennium Fellowship period (August-December 2024), SHIELD hashosted a series of educational sessions on hygiene, nutrition, and menstrualhealth management, while also implementing a deworming campaign. SHIELD'sprimary goal is to empower teachers, parents, and students to improve theiroverall health and well-being by creating lasting change within their schoolenvironment.

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CLASS OF 2024OVERALL EXPERIENCEOverall Experience2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 3895.7%of Millennium Fellows recommend the program.“I would recommend this program to a friend who is in amembership or leadership position similar to mine.“The Millennium Fellowship continues to support student leaders in advancing theUnited Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with the Class of 2024expressing overwhelmingly positive feedback and sentiments about theirexperience. A remarkable 95.67% of fellows would recommend the program topeers in similar leadership roles, highlighting its strong impact and value.Leadership roles within the Fellowship are particularly well-regarded. When asked,"On a scale of 1-10, how likely would you recommend being a Campus Directorto a friend who is in a membership or leadership position similar to yours?", theaverage rating was 9.1, underscoring the benefits of taking on leadership withinthe program.Fellows also reported high satisfaction with fellowship program management,with 94.54% agreeing that they are satisfied with how well the program ismanaged. This well-structured experience contributes to a meaningful andenriching journey for participants and their overall experience.Moreover, a strong sense of respect and value defines the Fellowship experience.95.74% of Millennium Fellows felt valued and treated with respect. This supportiveenvironment fosters confidence, collaboration, and long-term leadershipdevelopment, equipping fellows to create lasting positive social impact.Class of 2024 Millennium Fellow from University College LondonEDWIN CHI KWUN TOThe Millennium Fellowship has profoundly impacted me personally byenhancing my leadership skills and boosting my confidence inpursuing social change. Through collaborative projects andnetworking opportunities, I’ve learned to communicate my ideas moreeffectively and work with diverse teams. Additionally, the program hasdeepened my understanding of social issues and motivated me to takea more active role in my community, inspiring me to incorporate socialresponsibility into my future career.

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Alumni Spotlight2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 40ALUMNI SPOTLIGHTJermiah Thoronka Millennium Fellow, Class of 2019Jeremiah Thoronka, a 2019 Millennium Fellow from AfricanLeadership University in Rwanda, has been doing incrediblework in climate change and clean energy, especially forunderprivileged communities. Jeremiah is now an award-winning innovator, entrepreneur, and scholar. His MillenniumFellowship project, Optim Energy, introduced a new meansof energy production by harnessing the vast energy availablearound us—absorbing heat and vibration from the Earth'smovement, wind, rain, pressure, and friction. The projectaimed to mitigate climate change while providing clean,affordable, and accessible electricity. He developed theOptim Device to harness kinetic energy from everydaymovements to power communities without access toelectricity. He has also pioneered a smart energymanagement system, leveraging GSM and Bluetoothtechnologies to optimize household energy consumption. Hisrecent focus has been on making solar grids more efficientand accessible. Jeremiah is currently pursuing his PhD inSocial Innovation & Sustainability at Thammasat University.Ibiso Ikiroma-Owiye Millennium Fellow, Class of 2021Ibiso Christabel Ikiroma-Owiye is a 2021 Millennium Fellowwho firmly believes in the idea of "Grassroots to GlobalSustainability". During her time in the Millennium Fellowship, she spearheaded the project Safety and WasteManagement where she focused on educating students ofthe University of Port Harcourt on safety and proper wastedisposal and management via the use of classroomtalks/tours, posters, social media etc. She also carried out asanitation exercise at the University's park and classroomareas. Post fellowship, Ibiso deepened her interest inenvironmental sustainability, marine conservation, climateaction and youth engagement. She currently leads as theChairperson of Commonwealth Blue Charter Ocean Youthworking Group, founder and Executive Director of Grassrootsto Global Sustainable Development Network and as aMonitoring and Evaluation Analyst at Youth SustainableDevelopment Network.

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Alumni Spotlight2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 41ALUMNI SPOTLIGHTLaura Tanaka Maisvoreva Millennium Fellow, Class of 2022Laura Tanaka Maisvoreva is a 2022 Millennium Fellowfrom University of Zimbabwe. Her Millennium FellowshipProject STEM Girls Africa that aimed to engage with highschool and University members to promote andempower African female students in STEM throughcareer & personal development and mentorshipprograms, to become more competent and influential intheir spheres of influence. Throughout her fellowshipjourney, Laura was also working diligently towards makingmeaningful changes in the Zimbabwean healthcaresystem. After completing the Millennium FellowshipProgram she focused on advancing SDG 3 Good Healthand Wellbeing and is dedicated to promoting healthequity across Africa advocating for universal healthcarecoverage and implementing initiatives tailored towardsthe diverse and specific needs of her community. Shecurrently serves as the Regional Director for Africa forInternational Federation of Medical Students Association. Srijan Banik Millennium Fellow, Class of 2021Srijan Banik a Millennium Fellow from the Class of 2021has been working towards instilling socialentrepreneurship pathways, sustainable developmentgoals and social innovation frameworks for students inHigher Education in Bangladesh and beyond. During histime at in the Millennium Fellowship Program, Srijan co-founded and developed a social impact podcast that tellsthe stories of impact driven social initiatives across theglobe. His Millennium Fellowship Project, Krishopempowers the urban gardeners based on theirnecessities so that they achieve higher yields and sell theirextra harvested outcomes through KriShop's cloud-basedapplication. Krishop also provides agro-technologies.Post fellowship, Srijan went on to found the social impacrLab at BRAC University and now leads it as its coordinatorwhile completing his masters in Environmental Policyfrom Bard University in the US.

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Partnerships2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 43PARTNERSHIPSThe Millennium Fellowship Class of 2024 benefited from several partnerships thatenriched their experience and provided valuable resources. Below is a snapshot ofsome of these special partnerships:The Coach Dream It Real x Coachtopia Scholarship: In 2024, wepartnered with the Coach Foundation and Coachtopia to launch theCoach Dream it Real x Coachtopia Scholarship. This scholarshipsupported 10 Millennium Fellows from communities with highfinancial need who had a passion for sustainability. Scholars learnedabout how they can build a better future for our planet by advancingprogress toward a circular economy. SIMA Academy: MCN partnered with SIMA Academy to providefree platform access to Millennium Fellows to empower Fellows inintegrating captivating films into their social impact work. MCN alsohosted SIMA Academy on a workshop on Visual Storytelling toMillennium Fellows on how to tell your story effectively to make animpact.Global Impact LLC; Global Impact llc partnered with MCN toprovide Millennium Fellows with an innovative impact measurementtool, helping Fellows understand the change their projects bring totheir communities, and helping them shape their impact objectives. Fossil Foundation: In 2024, Fossil Foundation partnered with MCNto help extend the program’s impact across Europe, and offersupport to young people making a difference in the places theFoundation cares about. Fossil Foundation staff offered mentorshipto students, spoke at Millennium Fellowship events, and providedvital resources to Team MCN. Elevate Prize Foundation: Elevate Prize Foundation providedsponsorship for Millennium Fellowship events, ensuring a world classGraduation event for the 4,000+ graduating Fellows of the Class of2024,

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 45Fellowship Project SpotlightClimate Cadet Collective: MillenniumFellows at University of DelhiIndia, AsiaClimate Cadets Collective (C^3) is an initiative to create a world whereyoung individuals are empowered to actively engage in climate policy anddecision-making processes, thereby driving ambitious climate action andpromoting sustainable development goals. They are committed to buildingcapacity by providing training and resources to young climate activists,equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to make ameaningful impact. Engaging in climate diplomacy and advocacy through internationaldialogues to influence policy and foster global cooperation. Communityservice and research projects around the world are going to be the twomajor pillars of this organization in the environmental domain. Advocacywith regard to local issues and creating our Climate Cadets locally is themain goal of the project.

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Key Takeaways2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 46Rising Global Demand for Youth Leadership The 18.5% surge in applications since 2023 and the sustained upwardtrend over years reflects the growing demand among young people todrive change and the program’s strong appeal. The challenge is nolonger just about engaging youth but about equipping them with theright tools and opportunities to sustain their impact. Ensuring long-term investment in leadership development is critical to maximizingthis momentum and in ensuring that the program fills the unmetdemand and benefits more student leaders.Impact is Measured Not Just in Numbers, But in ContinuityWith over 2,110 projects launched and more than a million livesimpacted, the real success lies in the fact that 69.4% of these initiativescontinue beyond the program. Sustainable change requires long-termsupport systems, and we remain committed to building a supportiveenvironment and system for our 15,000+ alumni, ensuring they haveaccess to mentorship, resources, and networks that sustain their impactbeyond the Fellowship. Leadership Development is More Than Just Skills, It’sAabout Encouraging Mindset ShiftFellows report increased confidence, problem-solving abilities, and arefined sense of empathy, humility, and inclusion. Leadership training isnot just about building capacity; it’s about changing how young leaderssee themselves and their role in society. Notably, 89.88% of Fellowsreported that they are now more likely to pursue a career in socialimpact. Embedding these mindset shifts into institutions and careerpathways will further solidify their long-term impact.KEY TAKEAWAYS

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Key Takeaways2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 47Diversity & RepresentationThe program witnesses diversity in various aspects:Majority Female: Women remain underrepresented in formalleadership positions worldwide. The Fellowship provides an essentialpipeline for young women to develop leadership skills and break intothese spaces. The majority of participants in the Millennium Fellowshipare women, with 58.78% of the Class of 2024 identifying as female,reflecting the program's dedication to fostering diverse leadership.Global South Representation: The class of 2024 highlights robustparticipation from Africa, South Asia, and Latin America, regions thathave been historically underrepresented in global decision-makingspaces.Majority People of Color: 58.3% of the Class of 2024 identifies aspeople of color. This suggests that the Millennium Fellowship activelyreaches communities that are traditionally underrepresented in globalleadership spaces. Interdisciplinary Diversity: Fellows came from 283 campuses acrossthe world, spanning disciplines from engineering to law, medicine tosocial sciences. The collaboration between diverse academicbackgrounds strengthens social impact work, as different disciplinesbring unique problem-solving approaches.However, diversity in participation doesn’t necessarily mean equity inopportunities post-Fellowship. Many people of color still face systemicbarriers when accessing funding, policy influence, and leadership roles.The Shift from Hope to Agency [Call to Action]Perhaps the biggest takeaway is that this generation is no longer justhopeful, they are actively building solutions. The Fellowship isn’t justabout raising awareness; it is about creating actors of change whoexercise their civic agency.The Impact Report 2024 is a call to action, not just for Fellows but foruniversities, philanthropies, funders to rethink how they engage,empower, and sustain young changemakers and civic engagementworldwide to support programs like the Millennium Fellowshipdesigned to turn hope into actionable community driven solutions.

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Operational Novelty44.6% of the fellows (520 out of 1166)believe their projects are using eithernovel or mostly novel methods to deliverpositive results to their communities. Thissuggests that a significant portion offellows are driving innovativeapproaches in their initiatives.Mission AlignmentMost fellows (73%) demonstratedmoderate to high mission alignment,indicating that their projects have a clearmission, purpose, or values statementthat considers the social andenvironmental impact of itsproducts/services /operationsAdditional Insights2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 500 100 200 300 400 500Not at allLowModerately lowAverageModerately highHighImpact Conﬁdence22075362450257This year, we partnered with Global Impact LLC on an innovative ImpactAssessment Tool. 1,166 selected fellows used this tool to understand the changetheir projects bring to their communities, and helping them shape their impactobjectives. Here are some key highlights:Impact ConfidenceThe majority of fellows (nearly 61% of thesubmissions) displayed moderately high tohigh confidence in their ability to achieveimpact over the next 6 months. Thisreflects strong project viability but alsohighlights areas for support to help boostthe confidence of others.Additional Insights from Global Impact LLC’s Impact Assessment Tool0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350N/ANo, others do this alreadyOthers are likely doing thisOthers may be doing thisUniquely positioned to do thisYes, for the most partOperational Novelty8889181288201319To what extent is the project likely to achieve itsprojected impact or outcomes over the next 6 months?Is the project doing something that is commonplace, or is itusing a novel or innovative method to deliver positive resultsto its community (or to the community it is working with)?To what extent does the project have a clear mission,purpose, or values statement that considers the social andenvironmental impact of its products / services / operations?0 100 200 300 400 500Not at allLowModerately lowAverageModerately highHighMission Alignment31254243449405

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1,166 selected fellows used the Impact Assessment Tool, effectively making this asurvey of a portion of the cohort. Nevertheless, it offers valuable insights into theimpact, challenges, and approaches of these student-led projects, providing ameaningful snapshot of their work and experiences. The data reveals strong confidence in achieving meaningful outcomes, with mostprojects aligned with multiple SDGs and deeply embedded in their communities.However, moderate to high logistical challenges highlight the need for targetedsupport mechanisms. The insights also indicate opportunities for greater innovation.This tool provides deeper visibility into the realities and needs of the fellows’initiatives. It opens up new avenues to develop tailored support systems, such ascapacity-building resources, mentorship, and operational assistance, enablingfellows to overcome challenges and maximize their impact.Additional Insights2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 51Proximity60% of the Fellows identified closely with community or are a part of the community theyare trying to help suggests that they are deeply embedded in their target communities,which likely enhanced their contextual understanding and relevance.ChallengesWhile most fellows faced manageabledifficulties, a notable minority (25%)encountered high to extremely highchallenges, signaling the need for greatersupport in overcoming operationalhurdles.0 100 200 300 400No, but I am conﬁdent my project will support the communityNo, but I have built meaningful relationships with community membersNo, but I have done thorough research and preparatory work on the issue I am addressingNo, I am hopeful but not sure if my project will support the communityYes, I am part of the community I am trying to helpYes, I identify closely with the community I am trying to helpProximity1801649425355348Are you close to the people you are trying to help?How difficult are the logistical and operational challengesfaced by the organization in the coming year?0 100 200 300 400 500Extreme diﬃcultyHigh diﬃcultyModerate diﬃcultyFair diﬃcultyLittle diﬃcultyVery little diﬃcultyChallenges9319644829010534

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 54Campuses in AfricaBotswana Botswana Accountancy College University of BotswanaCameroon University of Bamenda University of Buea Campus ACote d'Ivoire Université Félix Houphouët-BoignyEgyptAlexandria UniversitySuez UniversityEthiopia Addis Ababa University 5 Kilo Addis Ababa University Sidist Kilo Addis Ababa University Tikur AnbessaGhana Ashesi University Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology University for Development Studies Nyankpala University for Development Studies Tamale University of Education Winneba University of Ghana University of Ghana Korle-Bu University of Mines and TechnologyKenya Africa Nazarene UniversityAmref International UniversityChuka UniversityDedan Kimathi University of TechnologyEgerton UniversityJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and TechnologyKabarak UniversityKenyatta UniversityKisii UniversityMachakos UniversityMaseno University KisumuMount Kenya UniversityRiara UniversityStrathmore UniversityUnited States International University AfricaUniversity of EldoretUniversity of NairobiUniversity of Nairobi KNH CampusUniversity of Nairobi ParklandsUniversity of Nairobi Upper KabeteLesotho National University of LesothoLiberia African Methodist Episcopal University University of Liberia FendellMalawi African Bible Colleges Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences Malawi University of Science and Technology University of Malawi Nigeria Abia State University UturuAbubakar Tafawa Balewa University YelwaAfe Babalola University IdoAhmadu Bello University KongoAhmadu Bello University SamaruBabcock University Ilishan RemoBayero University New SiteBayero University Old SiteBingham University JosBowen University IwoBowen University OgbomoshoCovenant UniversityDelta State UniversityEbonyi State UniversityFederal College of Dental Technology and TherapyFederal University of Agriculture AbeokutaFederal University of Technology AkureFederal University of Technology MinnaFederal University Oye EkitiGombe State UniversityLadoke Akintola University of TechnologyLagos State UniversityLagos State University EpeLagos State University IkejaMichael Okpara University of AgricultureNational Open University of NigeriaNiger Delta UniversityNile UniversityNnamdi Azikiwe University NnewiObafemi Awolowo UniversityOlabisi Onabanjo University SagamuOsun State University OsogboPrince Abubakar Audu UniversityUniversity of AbujaUniversity of Abuja Teaching HospitalUniversity of BeninUniversity of Calabar

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 55University of IbadanUniversity of Ibadan University College HospitalUniversity of IlorinUniversity of Ilorin College of Health SciencesUniversity of JosUniversity of Jos Old Township CampusUniversity of Jos Teaching HospitalUniversity of LagosUniversity of Lagos College of MedicineUniversity of MaiduguriUniversity of Medical Sciences OndoUniversity of Nigeria EnuguUniversity of Nigeria NsukkaUniversity of Port HarcourtUniversity of Uyo Teaching HospitalUsmanu Danfodiyo UniversityUsmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching HospitalYobe State UniversityRwanda African Leadership University RwandaRwanda Institute for Conservation AgricultureUniversity of Rwanda BusogoUniversity of Rwanda HuyeUniversity of Rwanda NyagatareUniversity of Rwanda NyarugengeUniversity of Rwanda RemeraSierra LeoneEastern Technical UniversityFourah Bay College Njala University MokondeSouth Sudan University of JubaTanzania Muhimbili University of Health and Allied SciencesSt. Francis University College of Health and Allied SciencesState University of ZanzibarUganda Gulu UniversityKampala International University Western CampusKyambogo UniversityMakerere UniversityMbarara University of Science and Technology KihumuroMbarara University of Science and Technology Town CampusMuni UniversityUganda Christian UniversityUganda Martyrs UniversityZambia Copperbelt University Medical SchoolMulungushi UniversityTexila American UniversityUniversity of Lusaka Leopards Hill CampusUniversity of ZambiaCampuses in Africa (cont’d)Zimbabwe Great Zimbabwe University Herbert Chitepo Law School Harare Institute of Technology Midlands State UniversityNational University of Science and TechnologyZimbabwe University of ZimbabweSUMMARYSUMMARY18CampusesFellows1332452Countries

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 56Bangladesh Asian University for WomenBangladesh University of ProfessionalsBrac UniversityIndependent University BangladeshNorth South UniversityShahjalal University of Science & TechnologyUniversity of ChittagongChina Duke Kunshan UniversityNew York University ShanghaiThe Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityThe University of Hong KongXi'An Jiaotong-Liverpool UniversityIndia Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham CoimbatoreAshoka UniversityAzim Premji University BengaluruBangalore Medical College and Research InstituteChrist (Deemed To Be University) Bannerghatta CampusChrist (Deemed To Be University) Central CampusChrist (Deemed To Be University) Delhi NCR CampusChrist (Deemed To Be University) Kengeri CampusChrist (Deemed To Be University) Yeshwanthpur CampusCochin University of Science and TechnologyDelhi Technological UniversityDr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law UniversityGovernment Model Engineering CollegeGujarat National Law University GandhinagarHidayatullah National Law UniversityIndian Institute of Management RohtakIndian Institute of Technology (IIT) KharagpurIndian Institute of Technology (IIT) MadrasIndira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for WomenJamia Millia IslamiaKerala University GLCTVM CampusMaharashtra National Law University NagpurNarsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies BengaluruNational Institute of Design AhmedabadNational Institute of Technology TiruchirapalliNational Law University DelhiNational University of Study and Research in LawNetaji Subhas University of TechnologyO.P. Jindal Global UniversityPES University Ring RoadPlaksha UniversityRajiv Gandhi National University of LawSai UniversitySASTRA Deemed UniversityShiv Nadar UniversitySri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of EngineeringSt. Joseph UniversitySymbiosis International (Deemed University) BengaluruSymbiosis International (Deemed University) NoidaCampuses in AsiaIndia (cont’d)Symbiosis International (Deemed University) PuneUniversity of Delhi North CampusUniversity of Delhi South CampusUniversity of KashmirUniversity of MumbaiVellore Institute of TechnologyVisvesvaraya National Institute of TechnologyWest Bengal National University of Juridical SciencesJapan Meiji Gakuin UniversityKazakhstan Narxoz UniversityLebanon Lebanese American University BeirutLebanese American University ByblosMalaysia Universiti MalayaNepal Kathmandu University Patan Academy of Health Sciences Purbanchal University Tribhuvan University KathmanduPakistan Bahauddin Zakariya University Bahria University Islamabad Balochistan University of Information TechnologyEngineering and Management SciencesCOMSATS University IslamabadFatima Jinnah Women University RawalpindiForman Christian College UniversityHealth Services AcademyInstitute of Business Administration KarachiInternational Islamic University IslamabadIslamia University of BahawalpurKinnaird College for Women UniversityMehran University of Engineering and TechnologyNamal UniversityNational Defence UniversityNational University of Medical Sciences PWD CampusNational University of Sciences & TechnologyNational University of Sciences & Technology RawalpindiPakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied SciencesQuaid-i-Azam UniversityRawalpindi Medical UniversitySukkur IBA UniversityUniversity of PeshawarUniversity of SindhUniversity of the Punjab

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2024 Impact ReportMillennium FellowshipPage 58Canada Huron University CollegeThe University of British ColumbiaUniversity of TorontoChile Pontificia Universidad Católica De Chile San JoaquinColombia Pontificia Universidad JaverianaCosta Rica EARTH UniversityEcuador Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral CampusGustavo GalindoMexico Centro Universitario Incarnate WordCETYS Universidad MexicaliPeru Pontificia Universidad Católica Del PerúUnited States Alabama A&M UniversityBentley UniversityBowling Green State UniversityBrown UniversityColumbia UniversityCornell UniversityDartmouth CollegeFlorida Gulf Coast UniversityFlorida International UniversityGeorgia Institute of TechnologyHarvard UniversityLynn UniversityMinerva UniversityMoravian UniversityNew York UniversityNortheastern UniversityOhio State UniversityPace University New York CityPace University PleasantvilleSpelman CollegeStanford UniversityUniversity of MiamiUniversity of PennsylvaniaCampuses in the North, Central & South AmericaSUMMARYSUMMARY8Fellows37335CountriesCampusesUnited States (cont’d)University of South FloridaUniversity of the PeopleVanderbilt UniversityYale University

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