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 LELISE BIZUNEH DEBELO, A MILLENNIUM FELLOW FOR THE CLASS OF 2024.
Addis Ababa University Sidist Kilo | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Advancing SDG 16 & UNAI 8
" I am driven by a desire to turn my ideas and imagination into tangible realities within my community. As a Millennium Fellow, I believe this program will empower me to develop the skills necessary to make a meaningful impact. I have witnessed firsthand the importance of peace in fostering a thriving community, and I am committed to playing my part in creating a more harmonious world. "
Millennium Fellowship Project: Empowering Youth for Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution (EYPC)
As young advocates for peace, we believe that peace is the foundation of everything in the world. When peace is established in a country, justice can be achieved more easily, and strong institutions can function effectively. We recognize that young people are key to building a more just and inclusive society.
EYPC will empower youth through:
- Engaging panel discussions and workshops with youth experts.
- Collaborating on youth-led initiatives that address local challenges.
- Advocating for policies that promote peace and inclusion.
Our goal is to reach 200 individuals, fostering a sense of community ownership and responsibility among young people. By utilizing social media, we aim to connect and engage youth, building a network of change-makers. We are a team of six fellows dedicated to equipping young people with 21st-century skills and insights into global issues, empowering them to become agents of change. Through our efforts, we seek to create a ripple effect that inspires action and drives positive change for peace and harmony.
About the Millennium Fellow
Lelise Bizuneh is a dedicated political science and international relations student at Addis Ababa University. Born in Amuru, in the Oromia Region of Ethiopia, she moved to Burayu City for better education. At Menen Girls Boarding School, she excelled academically, participated in clubs like storytelling and football, and served on the student council. Scoring well on the entrance exam, she continues to excel at Addis
Ababa University. Lelise is passionate about peace, human rights, and climate action,aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. She aims to be competitive, broaden her potential through short courses, and gain a multidimensional understanding of the world.
