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

When we imagine the power of all our sisters standing together on the shoulders of a quality education - our joy knows no bounds.

We like to put sacred texts in flowing waters, so I rolled it up, tied it to a piece of wood, placed a dandelion on top, and floated it in the stream which flows into the Swat River. Surely God would find it there.

The important thing to note is that it is not important whether Malala was shot or not - Malala is not asking for personal favors or support. She is asking for support with girls' education and women's rights. So don't support Malala, support her campaign for girls' education and women's rights.

So today, we call upon the world leaders to change their strategic policies in favor of peace and prosperity. We call upon the world leaders that all of these deals must protect women and children’s rights. A deal that goes against the rights of women is unacceptable.

I don't want to be remembered as the girl who was shot. I want to be remembered as the girl who stood up.

The best way to fight terrorism is to invest in education. Instead of sending weapons, send teachers.