Desert Island Discs Malala on campaigning for equal access to education
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Sep 24, 2025 Malala Yousafzai shares her powerful journey as a champion for girls' education. She reflects on her father's progressive views that fostered her pursuit of knowledge. The stories of her mother's unfinished schooling offer a poignant reminder of the barriers many face. Malala emphasizes the importance of equal access to education, drawing on personal anecdotes that highlight her family's resilience. Her commitment to advocacy shines through, leaving a lasting impact on listeners.
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Father's Practical Feminism
- Malala credits her father as a practical feminist who ensured she received the same treatment and education as her brothers.
- His support allowed her to speak out while other girls in Swat were stopped by their male relatives.
How Witnessing Gender Bias Changed Him
- Malala explains her father's transformation after witnessing discrimination against his sisters and cousins in his family.
- He vowed his daughters would not be deprived of food, education, or equality because of their gender.
Mother's Quiet Strength And Family Love
- Malala describes her mother as wise despite lacking formal schooling and recalls how she sold her books as a child and never returned to school.
- The family story also includes a shy, old-fashioned courtship between her parents where they watched each other from a distance.