Malala: THE BRAVE

Malala Yousafzai is a female education activist from Pakistan who advocates for girls’ rights
to high-quality education. At 17, She received the Nobel Peace Prize for promoting children’s
rights. Malala is the youngest Nobel Prize winner in history and the second Pakistani to do
so. Malala’s story has inspired people around the globe as it represents the essence of
determination, courage, and strength.

Malala was born on 12 Jul 1997 in Mingora, Swat Valley in, Pakistan. Her father, Ziauddin
Yousafzai, is a devoted education advocate and has been running a girls’ school in Pakistan
for many years. He encouraged Malala and her two younger brothers to continue their
education. Her father inspired Malala as he would be willing to teach girls who aspire to
further their education and attend school. Malala was a remarkable student who was always
interested in learning and gaining more knowledge from a young age.

Malala was ten years old when the Pakistani Taliban attacked the Swat Valley in 2007.
Malala’s life dramatically changed when the Taliban militants took control of the village and
imposed strict Islamic rules. They began destroying girls’ schools, stopping them from going
to classes and activities, including playing music, dancing, and watching television were all
restricted. The Taliban targeted girls’ education and committed many suicide attacks; by the
end of 2008, over 400 schools had been destroyed.

Malala stood up to the Taliban because she and her family were determined to continue their
education. Under the pseudonym Gul Makai, Malala blogged for the BBC, pointing out girls’
difficulties obtaining an education since the Taliban had taken control. She started speaking
up for girls’ education and opposing the Taliban’s oppressive policies. She fought for the
right to education and tried to speak from various platforms. Malala became widely
recognized throughout Pakistan for her dedication to ensuring that Pakistani girls access free,
high-quality education. She was rewarded Pakistan’s National Youth Peace Prize and the
International Children’s Peace Prize in 2011.

Malala Yousafzai, laureate of the Nobel Peace Prize (AP Picture) 10 Dec, 2014

On 9 Oct 2012, Malala Yousafzai was attacked by the Taliban for standing up for female
education rights. When Malala returned home from school, a gunman stopped the bus and
yelled, “Who is Malala?” After being recognized, they shot her in the head. She was taken to
a hospital in Birmingham, England, for intensive treatment as she was critically injured.
Luckily, she survived the attack. However, she had to spend months in the hospital to recover
from the injuries she had on her face. After the incident, Malala became an internationally
known advocate for girls’ education.

After her recovery, Malala stepped up her campaign for girls’ education. Malala and her
father founded the Malala Fund. This organization aims to empower girls through education
worldwide and encourage them to demand change by raising knowledge of the social and
economic benefits of their education. Malala calls on the authorities to make education a top
priority for all children, particularly for girls. How brave was Malala? Why didn’t she stop
her campaign even though she knew her life was in danger?

Malala’s advocacy has dramatically impacted the world. She encouraged people to fight for
the right to education and speak out against injustice. She has received many awards and
honours for her bravery and dedication to helping people, including the Nobel Peace Prize.

Malala’s story shows the power of education and her dedication. Despite the great difficulty,
she never gave up and continued to preserve her mission to ensure every girl had access to
education. Her experience shows us that even the smallest voice can make a huge difference.
“When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful is”, a quote by Malala.

Source: Getty Image

Malala’s activism additionally raised public awareness of more significant issues like gender
inequality around the world. Women and girls struggle daily to get fundamental rights like
education and employment. Malala’s campaign and effort encouraged many girls to stand up
for themselves. Her effort has helped draw attention to such issues and motivated people to
take action.

Apart from being an education activist, Malala is a talented writer. The book she wrote, “I am
Malala”, describing her life and the campaign she started for girls’ education, has become an
internationally recognized best-seller. Malala was appreciated for her writing for its
truthfulness and compelling message of hope.

There have been difficulties in Malala’s campaigns for change. People have criticized and
reacted negatively towards her, accusing her of being an American stooge who criticized
conservative Islamic traditions and interfered in domestic politics. Malala, despite the
dangers, continued to speak up and stayed firm in her dedication to her purpose.
Malala’s determination to pursue an education despite danger and persecution is one of the
most motivational aspects of her life. She has shown that education is a powerful tool for
change apart from being a fundamental right. We can make the world fairer and more equal
for everyone by educating girls and women and giving them more authority.

Malala’s work also highlighted the importance of intercultural communication and

In conclusion, Malala Yousafzai is a role model for us all. She has proven that if we work
together and support one another, we can create a better future for everyone. Her message of
hope allows us to work towards a world where all women can prosper and realize their full
potential.