I am proud to be a girl, and I know that girls can change the world.

And if we want to achieve our goal, then let us empower ourselves with the weapon of knowledge and let us shield ourselves with unity and togetherness.

I raise up my voice-not so I can shout but so that those without a voice can be heard...we cannot succeed when half of us are held back.

We are stronger than those who oppress us, who seek to silence us. We are stronger than the enemies of education. We are stronger than fear, hatred, violence and poverty.

You should believe in your talent and potential. Never lose hope.

I want every girl, every child, to be educated.

Fifty seven million children across the world don't want an iPhone, Xbox or chocolates. They want a book and pen.