We are human beings, and this is the part of our human nature, that we don't learn the importance of anything until it's snatched from our hands.

People say Malala's voice is being sold to the world. But I see it as Malala's voice reaching the world and resonating globally. You should think about what is behind Malala's voice. What is she saying? I am only talking about education, women's rights, and peace.

This is what my soul is telling me: be peaceful and love everyone.

I had 2 choices, be silent and get killed, or speak up and be killed, I chose the second option.

Every girl deserves to take part in creating the technology that will change our world and change who runs it.

My father was convinced the Taliban would hunt him down and kill him, but he again refused security from the police. 'If you go around with a lot of security the Taliban will use Kalashnikovs or suicide bombers and more people will be killed,' he said. 'At least I'll be killed alone.'

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.