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She grew up in Swat Valley, Pakistan from "summary" of I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai spent the early years of her life in Swat Valley, Pakistan. This picturesque region was once a popular tourist destination known for its stunning scenery. However, things changed when the Taliban gained control of the area. Under their rule, strict Islamic laws were imposed, restricting the freedom and rights of the people. Despite the challenges she faced growing up in Swat Valley, Malala was fortunate to have parents who believed in the power of education. Her father, Ziauddin Yousafzai, was an advocate for girls' education and ran a school in the region. He instilled in Malala a love for learning and a passion for standing up for what she believed in. As Malala grew older, she became more vocal about the importance of education for all children, especially girl...
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