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July 12, 2013 09:23 pm GMT

'I Am Malala' Music Video Celebrates Global Education

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Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani blogger who drew global attention after the Taliban shot her in the head for advocating girls' education, is celebrating her 16th birthday a little differently than most teenagers this year.

Less than a year since the attack, Yousafzai gave her first high-level speech at a special United Nations general assembly on Friday, which the U.N. has designated Malala Day. The first annual commemoration on July 12 represents the goal of education for all children.

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To celebrate the occasion, advocates around the world are raising awareness, while channeling Yousafzai's strength and courage. Her father joined efforts with a Grammy Award-winning producer for the music video above, which shows three young, undiscovered artists and more than 30 choir singers from around the world.

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