Education
What was the main focus of Malala's advocacy?
Girls' education
What did Malala do when she was threatened by the Taliban?
She continued to speak out for education.
Who claimed responsibility for the attack on Malala?
The Taliban
Who are Malala's brothers?
Khushal and Atal
What did Malala dream of becoming when she was younger?
To be a doctor
Where did Malala attend school?
Khushal School
She remained determined to fight for education.
Who are the Taliban?
A militant group that enforces strict Islamic law.
Who is Malala's best friend?
Moniba
What was Malala's biggest dream?
To see every girl and boy educated.
What is the Malala Fund?
A nonprofit organization that advocates for girls' education worldwide
What did Malala say about her ambitions after the attack?
They remained the same.
What is the Taliban's view on girls' education?
Girls should not go to school past elementary age.
What was Malala's father's profession?
A principal
What did Malala win in 2014?
Nobel Peace Prize
Who supported Malala's education by founding a school?
Her father, Ziauddin Yousafzai.
Who did Malala feel supported her during her recovery?
Family and medical staff
How did the Taliban discourage girl's from going to school?
What was Atal's reaction to the shooting?
He was upset and felt guilty for not being on the bus.
Who did Malala give her famous speech to?
United Nations
What did Malala do to challenge the ban on girls' education in Swat?
She secretly attended school and spoke out publicly.
What does Malala believe her voice represents?
The voices of all girls and boys fighting for their rights.
What did Malala say about the Taliban's attempts to silence her?
Her voice grew only louder as they attempted to silence her.
What did Malala's mother do while in Birmingham?
Learned to read and write.
What role does Malala play in global education today?
She is an international advocate and speaker for girls education.