Apply for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2025 (Fully-funded)
Are you a passionate undergraduate student eager to create a positive impact?
The Millennium Fellowship, a joint initiative by the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and the Millennium Campus Network (MCN), is a semester-long leadership development program empowering students like you to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Applications for the Class of 2025 are now open! Visit the website to submit your application today!
What is the Millennium Fellowship?
The Millennium Fellowship is a transformative experience designed to equip students with the tools and opportunities to create meaningful change. As a Fellow, you’ll gain access to:
- Values-Driven Leadership Training: On-campus sessions focused on leadership skills, core values, and informed action aligned with UN goals.
- Social Impact Projects: Lead your own project addressing local or global challenges, contributing directly to the SDGs.
- Global Connections: Network with Fellows and alumni worldwide, fostering collaboration and cultural exchange.
- Expert Insights: Attend webinars led by world-class leaders, gaining valuable insights.
- Comprehensive Resources: Access excellent training materials to support your social impact project.
- Community Events: Participate in events like the Global Townhall and Graduation Ceremony.
- UN Recognition: Earn a certificate of recognition from UNAI and MCN upon successful completion.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be at least 18 years old by August 1, 2025.
- Be a current undergraduate student (not graduating before November 15, 2025).
- Commit to the program between August and November 2025 (virtual universities are eligible).
- Have a project idea addressing local/global issues with ethical problem-solving.
- A minimum of 8 applicants from your campus is required for eligibility.
Three Stages of the Fellowship
- Convene: Fellows meet on campus, engage with the MCN Action Toolkit, and apply it to their projects.
- Develop: Plan sessions, exchange best practices, and organize campus-wide initiatives.
- Graduate: Complete your project, actively participate, and earn recognition from UNAI and MCN.
How to Apply
- Develop Your Project: Ensure it makes a measurable impact, aligns with at least one SDG and UNAI principle. Examples include campus organizations, SDG-focused journalism, social entrepreneurship, research, and collective action projects.
- Apply Online: Visit the website and submit your application for the Class of 2025.
- Next priority deadline: April 20, 2025.
Benefits of Being a Millennium Fellow
- Leadership Development: Enhance skills like empathy, humility, and inclusion.
- Skill-Building: Gain hard skills (budgeting, goal setting) and soft skills (team management, pitching).
- Collaboration: Engage in peer feedback, share best practices, and explore partnerships.
Don’t miss this opportunity to:
- Gain new skills and knowledge.
- Make a real-world impact.
- Join a global network of changemakers.
- Open doors to exciting career opportunities.
Apply now and unleash your leadership potential!
For more information, visit the Millennium Fellowship website or contact admissions@mcnpartners.org
