I’m not a character like Rapunzel or Cinderella; my story looks like any other. – Malala Yousafzai

For my brothers it was easy to think about the future. They can be anything they want. But for me it was hard and for that reason I wanted to become educated and empower myself with knowledge. – Malala Yousafzai

We must tell girls their voices are important. – Malala Yousafzai

I distracted myself from the fear and terrorism by thinking about things like how the universe began and whether time travel is possible. – Malala Yousafzai

Many girls do not go to school because of poverty. – Malala Yousafzai

I believe in peace. I believe in mercy. – Malala Yousafzai