Christian Collins, founder of the Texas Youth Summit, emphasizes the need for conservatives to reach out to young people. The event aims to inspire and inform the next generation of conservative leaders.
Christian Collins, founder of the Texas Youth Summit, joined "Fox & Friends Weekend" to highlight the importance of engaging young people in conservative dialogue. The upcoming event, scheduled for February 24-26 in Austin, Texas, seeks to inspire and inform the next generation of conservative leaders.
"Conservatives need to make sure that we are reaching the youth," Collins asserted. "We need to make sure that they understand our values and our principles."
Conservatives Aim to Engage Youth at Texas Youth Summit
The Texas Youth Summit brings together high school and college students from across the country to learn from conservative thought leaders on issues such as education, healthcare, and national security. The event features a wide range of speakers, including politicians, activists, and intellectuals.
Collins believes that the summit offers a unique opportunity for young people to interact with conservative ideas firsthand. "They get to hear from people who are actually making a difference in the world," he explained. "They get to hear from people who are fighting for the things that they believe in."
Conservatives Aim to Engage Youth at Texas Youth Summit
The summit also aims to equip young conservatives with practical skills and knowledge. "We're going to teach them how to be effective communicators, how to be effective leaders," Collins said. "We're going to give them the tools they need to succeed in the 21st century."
Collins emphasized the urgency of engaging young people in the conservative movement. "The future of our country is at stake," he warned. "If we don't reach the youth, we're going to lose them to the left. And that would be a disaster for our country."
Conservatives Aim to Engage Youth at Texas Youth Summit
The youth summit is open to all high school and college students, regardless of their political affiliation. Collins encouraged young people to attend even if they do not identify as conservative. "We want to hear from all voices," he said. "We want to have a robust debate about the issues that are facing our country."
The event is supported by various conservative organizations and individuals, including the Texas Public Policy Foundation, the Leadership Institute, and the American Conservative Union.
Collins expressed optimism for the future of the conservative movement. "I believe that the youth are hungry for conservative ideas," he said. "They're hungry for a vision of a country that is strong, free, and prosperous. And I believe that the Texas Youth Summit can help them find that vision."
In addition to the summit, the Texas Youth Summit Foundation also offers a variety of programs and resources for young conservatives throughout the year. These programs include leadership training, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
Collins believes that investing in young conservatives is crucial for the future success of the conservative movement. "They are the ones who are going to lead our country in the years to come," he said. "And we need to make sure that they are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed."
