Standing Up For Women's Rights

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My Question: What was the biggest thing you have learned as a person from standing up for women's’ rights?
Malala’s answer: I have learned that standing up for what you believe is is not wrong, and that if you truly believe that something should be change you must change it. As Mahatma Gandhi says, “Be the change you want to see in the world.” I have also learned about my love for speaking and making speeches, which is how I chose that when I grow up I want to become a politician.
My Answer: I have learned that if you put in your time and effort into something you believe you should truly fight for, you can make an impact. From standing up for women’s education I have learned along the way, more reasons why women should get an equal education …show more content…

Malala’s answer: I think that I would have a found a way to persuade my parents that what I was doing was for the better of our society. It’s really hard to imagine my parents not being supportive, since they have always been by my side throughout this process. I do think though, that if my family hadn’t supported me that I would be just like any other girl, afraid and in fear of the Taliban
My Answer: I would definitely would have been much more fearful of the Taliban and getting an education. I do not think that I would be able to read, write or even have my own thought without someone silently controlling my life. Although I would’ve wanted to stand up for women’s education, I don’t think I would be able without my parents being supportive of it. I am so thankful that my family understands and supports my beliefs in women’s education and rights.
My Question: What did it feel like to have a videotape following you throughout your …show more content…

It was such an important factor into spreading my word about what I am fighting for and what I think is important. I did get the jitters before, just like anyone else would before being on the camera, but once we got started with filming it was great. I haven’t watched the video and don’t plan to as I am not a huge fan of seeing myself on TV, but I really hope that the video can really spread a positive impact on girls.
My Answer: I think that having someone follow me throughout the day, really helps to show what it's like to be a girl who has an education and all the positive outcomes of going to school. At first I was a bit nervous, since I wanted to be my authentic self of camera and was worried that having a camera follow me would change my day up completely. Thankfully everything worked out fine, and this video will hopefully allow girls and woman all over Pakistan to get the message about education. I plan to watch the video and to continue spreading my words about girls education.
My Question: What do you think girls can do to fight for women’s rights and girls

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