KidScoop Media Interviews Malala Yousafzai
On October 14, 2025, youth journalists from KidScoop Media interviewed education activist Malala Yousafzai via Zoom to discuss her new memoir, Finding My Way.
About the Memoir
Finding My Way explores Malala’s experiences as a student at Oxford University. The book shares her journey through the joys and challenges of balancing her education advocacy with academic demands. It also touches on her perspectives on mental health, self-care, and falling in love, offering a personal glimpse into her life and growth.
Malala’s Reflections on Public Scrutiny
“I have come against criticism, comments my whole life. And you know, I have now grown through it… You know, I try to take any positive um, you know, good recommendation that can be helpful, but then there’s a lot that is not helpful at all and doesn’t add anything to the mission that I am focused on. So, sometimes, the best way is to avoid it.”
Malala shared how growing up as a girls' education activist under intense public attention shaped her resilience and focus.
Summary
This interview and memoir reveal Malala’s candid insights into balancing her activism and personal life, reflecting her strength under public scrutiny.
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