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Malala congratulates class of 2020 in virtual graduation ceremony

Malala congratulates class of 2020 in virtual graduation ceremony

“Don’t be defined by what you lose in this crisis but by how you respond to it,” shared the Nobel Peace Prize winner.
Updated 08 Jun, 2020

In a virtual graduation ceremony, Pakistani education activist Malala Yousufzai, who’s nearly an Oxford University graduate herself, addressed millions of students across the globe.

The Nobel Prize winner became part of the popular YouTube lineup where stars such as Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake, Alicia Keys, Shawn Mendes, Katy Perry and Taylor Swift hailed the class of 2020 on this outstanding achievement.

“Don’t be defined by what you lose in this crisis but by how you respond to it,” said Malala. “You have gained your education, now it’s time that you go out and use it for the betterment of the world. Congratulations to the class of 2020!”

Singer Jennifer Lopez also congratulated Yousufzai, saying she was "most honoured" to introduce the girl who inspired her and "took misfortune and turned it into a movement."

She then gave a motivational speech for the students disheartened at home.

“Got fired? Learning experience. Got your heartbroken? Learning experience. Graduating during a global crisis? That’s more than a learning experience. It’s a growing experience,” she said. “You’re learning the most important lesson of all: Every obstacle is an opportunity to learn, to grow, and to change.”

You can watch the entire video here.


An earlier version of this story stated that Malala had already graduated from university. The error is regretted.

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Chrís Dăn Jun 08, 2020 03:01pm
Congratulations young lady. You deserve to lead this nation as the first self made lady prime.minister of Pakistan. Good on you.
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Marcus Aurelius Jun 08, 2020 03:24pm
Congrats malala
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Moiz Jun 08, 2020 03:32pm
Prime Minister Viceroy Malala
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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Jun 08, 2020 03:33pm
Great achievement. Remember, when you believe in yourself, anything is possible.
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sheikh educated Jun 08, 2020 03:48pm
Good luck and best wishes
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Shahana Jun 08, 2020 04:04pm
Congratulations. World is waiting to listen your wisdom.
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Jehengir khan Jun 08, 2020 04:06pm
I love Malala for what she does.....now PM IK must bring her back to pakistan and inspire other girls to go to school....education is the key to peace and prosperity......
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Shahzad Akbar Shaikh Jun 08, 2020 04:21pm
Finally some good news to read.
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Changez Khan Jun 08, 2020 04:49pm
Lots of Congratulates Malala.
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Imtiaz Ali Khan Jun 08, 2020 04:49pm
Congrats!
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Akram Jun 08, 2020 04:50pm
congratulations Malala, I hope to hear many more such inspiring speeches from you.
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Jai Moolchandani Jun 08, 2020 04:54pm
Congrates to this stoutest girl of the World . Its you who inspired many people including me to protest against ilcit norms of our society . Keep progressing Malala !
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Chico Jun 08, 2020 04:56pm
Congratulations Malala. Finally some good news from England of a Pakistani, got tired of reading about NS from England
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Amir Jun 08, 2020 05:06pm
now make Pakistan more proud. Congratulations
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M. Saeed Jun 08, 2020 05:31pm
Congrats on graduation. Now, think and go to further and most relevant professional education to the highest level.
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Salim khan Jun 08, 2020 05:40pm
Congrats! Wishing you the best.
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Citizen Jun 08, 2020 06:19pm
Congratulations, you’re a role model for every girl in Pakistan and around the world to fight adversity.
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Sampth Jun 08, 2020 06:35pm
It is a privilege for me to congratulate Mala. Hope you will one day be able to go to Pakistan with out security guards
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Ahmad Jun 08, 2020 06:36pm
Congratulations daughter and pride of Pakistan.
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Raja Jun 08, 2020 06:47pm
Congratulations you inspired millions of girls in Pakistan and around the world.
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Ali da Malanga Jun 08, 2020 07:13pm
One of my good friends did two masters and a Ph.D. from MIT. He was a gold medalist from UET.
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Syed A. Mateen Jun 08, 2020 07:53pm
Congratulations. Today daughter of Pakistan stands graduate from Oxford. It is a good news for all Pakistanis. Keep it up!
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T-man Jun 08, 2020 07:57pm
Well done. Pakistan is proud of you.
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Iftikhar Jun 08, 2020 08:32pm
Congratulations and all the best for the future.
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Waheed Khan Jun 08, 2020 09:37pm
Congrats Malala!
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NSG Jun 08, 2020 09:59pm
Well done! Does anybody know what she graduated in?
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Ram Jun 08, 2020 10:03pm
@Jehengir khan : I don't think she'd want to come back to Pakistan.
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Rahul Jun 08, 2020 10:15pm
Congratulations Malala. You are an inspiration to all. Hope you visit us in India soon !!
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Zak Jun 08, 2020 11:44pm
Congratulations. She is a world asset.
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Modi Jun 09, 2020 12:12am
Congratulations, Malala.
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THE MORNING STAR, MD. Jun 09, 2020 02:12am
Nice inspiring thoughts.
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SOHAIL AHMED Jun 09, 2020 03:32am
You get what you sweat for
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Shairu Jun 09, 2020 09:29am
Congratulations
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Ksyed Jun 09, 2020 04:26pm
You can lead the other girls and even boys (living in poverty) how to enter in oxford!!!
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