Date
Saturday
Jul
12

July 12

Malala Day

Join us in honoring the brave and inspiring Malala Yousafzai on Malala DAY by advocating for girls' education and empowerment.

Yearly Date
July 12
Type
Day

Introduction

Mark your calendars for July 12, because it's MALALA DAY! This day is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the incredible achievements and bravery of Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest Nobel Prize laureate. At just 15 years old, Malala survived an assassination attempt by the Taliban for advocating for girls' education. Since then, she has continued to be a voice for change and empowerment for women all around the world. On this special day, let's take inspiration from Malala and work towards creating a better future where every girl has access to education and equal opportunities.

Malala Day Timeline

1997
Malala's Birth
Malala Yousafzai is born on July 12, in Mingora, Pakistan.
2008
Public Speech for Education
11-year-old Malala gives a speech, "How dare the Taliban take away my basic right to education?" in Peshawar, Pakistan.
2012
Survived Assassination Attempt
Malala survives an assassination attempt by the Taliban, heightening international support for her cause.
2013
United Nations Speech
On her 16th birthday, Malala addresses United Nations, becoming a global advocate for girls' rights to education.
2014
Youngest Nobel Laureate
Malala receives the Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 17, becoming the youngest-ever Nobel laureate.
2015
Establishment of Malala Day
United Nations General Assembly officially adopts July 12 as "Malala Day" to honor her advocacy for girls' education.

How to Celebrate Malala Day

1

Host a movie night

Gather your friends and family and watch the documentary "He Named Me Malala" to learn more about her story and activism. You can also have a discussion afterwards about the importance of education and girls' rights.

2

Organize a fundraiser

Use Malala Day as an opportunity to raise money for organizations that support girls' education around the world. You can host a bake sale, a car wash, or even an online fundraiser to make a difference.

3

Volunteer at a local school

Spend the day giving back by volunteering at a local school or organization that supports education for girls. You can help with tutoring, mentoring, or even just spending time with the students and sharing your own experiences.

4

Create art inspired by Malala's message

Get creative and use your talents to spread awareness about Malala's message of education for all. You can create paintings, drawings, or even write poetry or songs that reflect her courage and determination.

5

Start a book club

Gather a group of friends and start a book club focused on reading books written by or about Malala and other inspirational women. You can have discussions about the issues they face and how to create change in your own community.

Why Malala Day is Important

A

It celebrates the bravery and activism of Malala Yousafzai

Malala Day is a special day that honors Nobel Peace Prize winner, Malala Yousafzai. She has become a global symbol of peace and education for her courageous fight against gender-based discrimination and violence, especially in regards to girls' education.

B

It raises awareness for girls' education rights around the world

By celebrating Malala Day, we bring attention to the ongoing struggle for universal access to education for girls. This day serves as a reminder that every child deserves the right to an education without fear of discrimination or violence.

C

It encourages young people to take action towards positive change

Malala Day inspires individuals, especially young people, to use their voices and take action towards creating a more equal and safe world. With her example of courage and determination, Malala shows that one person can make a significant impact on the world.

Malala Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Jul 11
Tuesday
2024
Jul 11
Thursday
2025
Jul 11
Friday
2026
Jul 11
Saturday
2027
Jul 11
Sunday