After NYC awards, Times teens list features Malala
Time's list, out yesterday, comprises young singers, sports stars, technology and science whiz kids, authors and media icons who have become inspirations for youngsters across the world due to their spectacular achievements through their work and passion.
Malala's vocal activism for girls' right to education made her a target of the Taliban, who shot her in the head as she was returning home in her school bus in Pakistan last year.
From being nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, winning the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought and a Clinton Global Citizen Award to discussing education rights with President Obama, meeting the Queen of England and addressing the United Nations, the 16-year-old has the world applauding her dreams, courage and vision.
"After
surviving
the
attack,
(Malala)
didn't
hide
in
fear
but
strengthened
her
voice.
The
world
has
been
listening," Time
said.
Malala
had
also
met
Malia
when
she
visited
the
White
House
last
month
to
meet
President
Obama
and
First
Lady
Michelle.
Two days ago, at NYC annual glamour women of the year awards Malala had wowed the audience. Though many celebrities were present at the function, it was Malala who charmed the audience the most. Teenage girls at the event had cheered Malala all through her speech, which clearly showed her popularity in the Western world.
OneIndia News
(With agency inputs)