By: Raf Casert
Source: Huffington Post
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/10/10/malala-sakharov-award_n_4077185.html?utm_hp_ref=malala-yousufzai
Over the past year the name Malala has been mentioned around the world. She has been an inspiration to nearly the whole female population encouraging women's rights by raising her voice and attempting to enforce education for girls. On October 10th, European lawmakers themselves have awarded their top human rights award to Malala Yousafzai, having survived an assasination attempt by the Taliban because of her courage to stand up for women's education. The top human rights prize is the Sakharov Award, given to those who dedicate their lives to defend human rights and freedom of thought. She is also being nominated as a contender for the Nobel Peace Prize, being the youngest ever to be considered to be given this honorable award. The entire world is supporting her and is aware of the threats she has received, including Militants threatening to kill her if she returns home. This brave sixteen year old has gone into drastic measures to stand up for what is right, with the mentality of having everything to gain and nothing to lose. She has outspoken to the world about the injustice of the Taliban, one of the most feared terrorist groups in the world. Keep an eye on this young, courageous girl, for she will become a significant figure in the future, which she already has become.
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