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jennrobyn's review against another edition
4.0
I started and finished this book in one day. While I have a hard time forming an opinion on someone’s real life journey I will say that this book definitely made me open my eyes more to what is happening in this world, and how so much of it is happening in silence.
Things become “old news”, and they fall off the radar of the media or other various outlets that inform us public who are snuggled in our homes and safe in our beds. For example, I had no idea of the horrible wars being fought in the Congo. I had no idea that Bangladesh was letting refugees in but essentially trapping them there afterwards.
And for this to be brought to my attention through the words of children, young girls, some younger than my daughters. This book was eye opening and is a book that should be shared and talked about. I want my kids to read this book.
The common thread with all these storytellers is education. They all strived to stay in school and become educated. They all know that education means hope. So think of the difference we could make, those of us who are already educated. Those of us who don’t have to first fight to get an education and then do something that strikes change with that education. The majority of us can skip right to striking change. That makes the wheels in my head turn and makes my heart feel hopeful for this world.
I applaud Malala for extending her message to include these others. She says she no longer wants to tell her story because she wants to make sure others are heard. That is a huge, selfless thing that I think, is riddled with lessons to be learned.
Thank you Malala! Thank you.
Things become “old news”, and they fall off the radar of the media or other various outlets that inform us public who are snuggled in our homes and safe in our beds. For example, I had no idea of the horrible wars being fought in the Congo. I had no idea that Bangladesh was letting refugees in but essentially trapping them there afterwards.
And for this to be brought to my attention through the words of children, young girls, some younger than my daughters. This book was eye opening and is a book that should be shared and talked about. I want my kids to read this book.
The common thread with all these storytellers is education. They all strived to stay in school and become educated. They all know that education means hope. So think of the difference we could make, those of us who are already educated. Those of us who don’t have to first fight to get an education and then do something that strikes change with that education. The majority of us can skip right to striking change. That makes the wheels in my head turn and makes my heart feel hopeful for this world.
I applaud Malala for extending her message to include these others. She says she no longer wants to tell her story because she wants to make sure others are heard. That is a huge, selfless thing that I think, is riddled with lessons to be learned.
Thank you Malala! Thank you.
amelia_conway's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
3.5
marie_gg's review against another edition
5.0
Malala has written a beautiful collection of essays about others who have been displaced from their countries of origin because of war, terrorism, famine, or other challenges that make it dangerous for them to stay home.
According to the United Nations, "an unprecedented 70.8 million people around the world have been forced from home by conflict and persecution at the end of 2018. Among them are nearly 30 million refugees, over half of whom are under the age of 18."
These figures are mind-boggling. No one chooses to be a refugee. It's one of the worst things that can happen to a person, or a people. It breaks my heart when Americans, sitting in their comfortable houses with plenty to eat, do not understand that people do not flee here unless they have no other options available. These stories will move you and remind you of how far we have to go as a civilization.
According to the United Nations, "an unprecedented 70.8 million people around the world have been forced from home by conflict and persecution at the end of 2018. Among them are nearly 30 million refugees, over half of whom are under the age of 18."
These figures are mind-boggling. No one chooses to be a refugee. It's one of the worst things that can happen to a person, or a people. It breaks my heart when Americans, sitting in their comfortable houses with plenty to eat, do not understand that people do not flee here unless they have no other options available. These stories will move you and remind you of how far we have to go as a civilization.
kimmyp11's review against another edition
5.0
A must-read, especially those who are fortunate to live in free countries like America. A wake-up call for the privileged. A lesson in courage, resilience, and strength. I thank these women for sharing their stories and Malala for being a beacon of hope and fortitude.
kieraisreading's review against another edition
5.0

Summary from Goodreads
Nobel Peace Prize-winner Malala Yousafzai will start with her own story of displacement as an Internally Displaced Person to show what it means to lose your home, your community, and the only world you've ever known. She will also share the personal stories of some of the girls she has met on her various journeys to refugee camps and the cities where refugee girls and their families have settled.
In a time of immigration crises, war, and border conflicts, We Are Displaced is a reminder from one of the world's most famous people who experienced displacement that everyone deserves universal human rights and a home.
My Thoughts
I think Malala Yousafzai is such an incredible, inspirational role model. She is just amazing. I was jumping with joy after finally getting my copy of this from my local library and I devoured this in two days. This story includes Malala's story along with the stories of other girls' journeys and experiences as refugees.
This was such an inspirational book. At the end it included part from Malala about her going back to Seat Valley and visiting her house again and seeing her home after so many years of being away. The book talks about how she was taken away with her eyes closed and how all of the other girls were taken with their eyes open.
The book also talks about the Malala fund and how Malala is helping the refugee crisis and how you can help too.
Overall
I loved this book. I think everyone should read this. I learned so much and it was really I interesting and incredible.

Summary from Goodreads
Nobel Peace Prize-winner Malala Yousafzai will start with her own story of displacement as an Internally Displaced Person to show what it means to lose your home, your community, and the only world you've ever known. She will also share the personal stories of some of the girls she has met on her various journeys to refugee camps and the cities where refugee girls and their families have settled.
In a time of immigration crises, war, and border conflicts, We Are Displaced is a reminder from one of the world's most famous people who experienced displacement that everyone deserves universal human rights and a home.
My Thoughts
I think Malala Yousafzai is such an incredible, inspirational role model. She is just amazing. I was jumping with joy after finally getting my copy of this from my local library and I devoured this in two days. This story includes Malala's story along with the stories of other girls' journeys and experiences as refugees.
This was such an inspirational book. At the end it included part from Malala about her going back to Seat Valley and visiting her house again and seeing her home after so many years of being away. The book talks about how she was taken away with her eyes closed and how all of the other girls were taken with their eyes open.
The book also talks about the Malala fund and how Malala is helping the refugee crisis and how you can help too.
Overall
I loved this book. I think everyone should read this. I learned so much and it was really I interesting and incredible.

waxponds's review against another edition
5.0
powerful and heartbreaking stories. i absolutely recommend this book