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Introduction
Malala Yousafzai was born July 12, 1997. She is from Mingora, Pakistan, but currently lives in Birmingham, England. He father advocated for education in Pakistan, which got her interested in this topic. She saw the 26 amendment from the UDHR being violated because girls could not go to school. -
First Speech
On this day, Malala's father took her to make her first public speech/ appearance. She soon started to write for the BBC under another name. Her articles were a hit. -
Schools Down
The Taliban shut down all girls' schools and blows up manny along with that. Malala and her family fled the region for safety, but returned when tensions and violence died down. -
Being Recognized
Desmond Tutu nominates Malala for the International Children's Peace Prize. Although she was the runner-up, she becomes a celebrity in Pakistan. -
Shooting Scare
The Taliban have been keeping a close eye on Malala, getting ready for the best time to kill her. They invade on her school bus. She lives, but is severely injured along with some of her friends. She is taken to Birmingham, England to be treated. -
Becoming Known
As Malala is basically back to normal, she addresses the United Nations General Assembly. This is her first public speech since the shooting. She also becomes nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. Her autobiography is soon published. -
Winner Winner Chicken Dinner
Malala excitingly wins the Nobel Peace Prize! She is the first Pakistani winner and youngest recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. -
In Her Honor
Malala is again recognized as an amazing leader and wins the National Youth Peace Prize. She is the first winner of this prize. In her honor, it bears her name. -
Life today
After everything she's done, there is still work left to do. Malala Yousafzai still fights for education in Pakistan from her home in Birmingham, England.
