He Named Me Malala: Film Guide

He Named Me Malala
He Named Me Malala

Ages

11–14

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

Related calendar events

International Day of the Girl Child
11 October

A film guide that looks at He Named Me Malala (2015), an inspirational documentary about equal education advocate Malala Yousafzai, the youngest ever recipient of the Nobel peace prize.  

This guide is useful for exploring topics including Citizenship, Politics and Film Studies in addition to highlighting themes surrounding campaigns and revolutions, democracy, refugees and immigration, family, child safety, growing up, equality, fame and consumerism, and gender representation.

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This Resource Supports

  • Citizenship
  • Film Studies
  • Politics

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