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Why we think Malala Yousafzai is a Type 1
Intense dedication to reforming the world. From an early age, Malala recognized the injustice in her society and took it upon herself to speak out against it. At the age of 11, she began writing a diary for the BBC Urdu detailing her life under Pakistani Taliban occupation. Her entries showed a keen awareness of right and wrong, where she lamented about the injustices faced by girls in her region.
Unwavering in her beliefs and a willingness to die for her cause. Despite facing life-threatening danger and even after being shot by the Taliban, Malala did not waver in her commitment to her cause. Instead, her resolve to fight for girls' education grew stronger. She consistently speaks and acts with self-assuredness, a reflection of her strong convictions and the depth of her experiences. As a result of her commitment, she has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
Critical of injustices in very direct ways. Malala has never shied away from criticizing groups, policies, and actions that go against her sense of what’s right. She refers to her values when delivering her criticisms. For example, in 2008, she delivered a speech in Peshawar, Pakistan entitled, "How dare the Taliban take away my basic right to education?"
Speaking style. When Malala speaks, her energy is that of a teacher who is imparting principles and lessons on those who are listening.
Her perspective on revenge. In interviews, Malala has expressed that she doesn't harbor hatred or desires for revenge against the people who tried to kill her. Instead, she wishes education for their children because that is the right thing to do. This shows both high consciousness and a 1ish orientation towards her principles of forgiveness and education.
Vision for an ideal world. Malala is an idealist who won’t be satisfied until the system has been reformed for the entire population of the world. When she speaks, she doesn’t speak in ways that one might consider “practical” or “realistic.” The mission statement of the Malala Fund is consistent with her idealism as it emphasizes a world where "every girl can learn and lead."
Dutiful nature and recognizing that values are everything. Despite her international acclaim, Malala retains a sense of humility and often credits her father for instilling in her the values she carries. She acknowledges the collective effort of many in the fight for girls' education. She feels the burden of living her values and the burden of getting everyone else to live those values.
Malala Yousafzai quotes that show she is a Type 1
"They thought that the bullets would silence us, but they failed."
"One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world."
"I don't want to be remembered as the girl who was shot. I want to be remembered as the girl who stood up."
"I tell my story not because it is unique, but because it is not. It is the story of many girls."
"When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful."
"Every girl deserves to take part in creating the technology that will change our world, and change who runs it."
“In some parts of the world, students are going to school every day. It's their normal life. But in other parts of the world, we are starving for education... It's like a precious gift. It's like a diamond.”
"I was scared, but my fear was not as strong as my courage."
“Let us pick up our books and our pens. They are our most powerful weapons.”
“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.”
“I don’t want revenge on the Taliban, I want education for sons and daughters of the Taliban.”
“We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced.”
"I had two options. One was to remain silent and never to speak and then to be killed by the terrorists. The second option was to speak up for my rights and then die. And I chose the second one."