Nobel Peace Prize or Not, Malala Will Always be a Hero  Nobel
Peace Prize or Not, Malala Will Always be a Hero  One year ago
today, 15-year-old Malala Yousafzai struggled for her life in a
hospital after being shot in the head by a member of the
Taliban. Her crime? Advocating for all children, including
girls, to have access to an education. Nearly one year later, I
felt amazement, but certainly not surprise, when I read that
Malala had been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize honoring her
work and her bravery. The saying -- that a person would risk
their life for what they believe in -- has grown cliche, but
when it comes to Malala it is the uncontroverted truth. She
risked her life to advocate for education, and even after nearly
dying, she continues to speak out despite the continued threats
to her safety. The fact that she is still a child herself gives
her message all the more impact.  While the honorable prize
ultimately went to The Organization for the Prohibition of
Chemical Weapons for the amazing wo