One of the weeks you are able spend in the USA as part of YBF’s Reagan-Thatcher Summer Conference Programme is at the Young America’s Foundation National Conservative Student Conference at George Washington Universityin Washington D.C. The week is spent listening to the top speakers from US politics as well as networking with like-minded conservative activists from across the USA.
This is an annual event and in 2008 YBF was covered in the Young America’s Foundation Libertas magazine. You can read the full article here or click the image below to enlarge the article.
To get your chance to visit the USA and meet leading conservative speakers click here for more information on what to do to reserve your place in 2010.
The ‘Special Relationship’ has never been more important between the USA and Great Britain. There is no better way to support our great nations relationship other than attending YBF’s Reagan-Thatcher Summer Conference Programme. This week not only gives you the chance to cement the ideals that have joined our two nations for years but also educates you in the latest campaign and skills training.
You can experience, first hand, the special relationship on the Reagan-Thatcher Summer Conference Programme.
If you would like more information please contact donal@ybf.org.uk.
The Freedom Association will be holding regular events every month called ‘Free Spirits’ somewhere in the Westminster village. These events are aimed to challenge your views but also so that you can here debates on subjects that normally aren’t discussed in your usual political surroundings. The first debate happened this week in the The Marquis of Granby Pub and was on the subject of ‘Freedom v. Security’. The event had two very interesting speakers. On one side there was Alex Deane, the Director of Big Brother Watch, and on the other side there was Douglas Murray, the Director of the Centre for Social Cohesion. The debate was lively and challenged many people’s views.
Simon Richards, the Director of the Freedom Association commented after the event,
“what struck me, from talking to people afterwards, was that many had had their views on this subject challenged and, in many cases, changed”
Steven Dent, YBF’s Director of Operations, attended the event and said,
“These events are a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in debating subjects that are not normally challenged in everyday politics”
The Freedom Association will be holding ‘Free Spirits’ events on the second Wednesday of every month from now on. For further updates about these events visit the Freedom Association website (www.tfa.net) or become a fan of them on Facebook.
One of the great aspects to YBF travelling to the USA in for the Reagan-Thatcher Summer Conference Programme is the week spent at the Leadership Institute in Arlington Virginia. The Leadership Institute one of the USA’s leading training organisation for young professionals and students alike who want to have the most impact in public life. The type of training studied includes skills in internet activism and social media techniques, along with television training in the Leadership Institute’s own television studio. This training is valuable for anybody who wants to enter public life and make the most of their television experiences.
The LI Studio’s says;
“Make your television appearances count. As a spokesman for your cause, you have just seconds to make an impact on a viewing audience. Communicating effectively on television requires skills different from other speaking situations. The Television Training Workshops explore the techniques of some of TV’s best communicators and teach you how to make the most of your on-camera opportunities.”
You can view some examples of the type of television training you could go through here.
We are all well aware that there is waste in our education system and thankfully YBF is here to expose the culprits.
The Arts and Humanities Research Council pays for research projects that include research into the the history of Victorian pantomime and children’s playground songs, to name just a few. The quango is given £100million by the Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills to give grants for education research in universities across England and Wales. A Young Britons’ Foundation study reveals hundreds of thousands of pounds is being pumped into research that taxpayers may struggle to find worthwhile.
YBF’s Chief Executive, Donal Blaney commented,
“It is worth remembering that at a time when ordinary people are having to tighten their belts the Government continues to throw millions of pounds at utterly obscure research…. now is the time to restrain Government spending and this kind of frivolous waste must be brought under control.”
You can read the full article as covered in the Sunday Express here.
Last week at the YBF Parliamentary Rally there were many speakers from across the conservative movement who attended and got to address activists from across the country.
One of those who attended was the Telegraph Journalist, James Delingpole. Please have a read of James’ blog article from 8th March about his experiences whilst at the YBF Parliamentary Rally last week and the reason YBF is such a valuable resource for conservative activists across the country.
A brilliant day was had by not only the whole YBF team but the audience and all of the outstanding speakers throughout the day. You can see all of the comments from the day by members of the audience, the YBF team, and many of the speakers here. YBF thanks the speakers once again for giving up their precious time to come and address the YBF audience and give them such great words of advice and knowledge.
The Young Britons’ Foundation’s Reagan-Thatcher Summer Conference Programme is a chance of a lifetime. Over three weeks you will get the chance to visit the heart of the American political scene, Washington D.C and the home of Ronald Reagan, Santa Barbara, California.
In your first week in the USA you will recieve the latest in activist skills and training whilst at the Leadership Institute.
In your second week you will attend the Young America’s Foundation, National Conservative Student Conference, hearing from speakers such as Newt Gingrinch, Ann Coulter and Michael Reagan. You will also get the opportunity to meet with like-minded American activists from around the USA.
The third week is spent in Santa Barbara, California. Students will have the opportunity to have a private tour of the Reagan Ranch, undergo training at the Reagan Ranch Centre, recieve a private tour of the Reagan Library & Museum (which includes a tour of Reagan’s Air Force One) and a tour of the Nixon Library.
Thanks to the generosity of the supporters of the Young Britons’ Foundation, substantial subsidies are provided to cover the conference fees, accomodation, meals and course materials.
This is an opportunity not to be missed!
Week 1: 24th – 31st July – A week at the Leadership Institute in Arlington, Virginia learning the latest in activist skills and training. Week includes tours of the Washington Monuments, White House and Congress.
Week 2: 1st – 8th August – A week spent with the Young America’s Foundation at their National Conservative Student Conference hearing from the biggest conservative speakers. Also includes a place at the British Embassy drinks reception in DC.
Week 3: 9th – 14th August – A week learning about Reagan in his own back yard. Includes tours of the Reagan Ranch, training in the Reagan Ranch Centre as well as tours of the Reagan Library and Museum, and the Nixon Museum.
In order to register your interest to attend 1,2 or 3 weeks with YBF in the USA please register your interest with donal@ybf.org.uk.
Last week YBF held its annual Parliamentary Rally. The event was great with the commitee room being filled with activists from around the country.
Douglas Carswell MP (Harwich & Clacton) – Began the day talking about the changes that are needed in British politics. Not only the changes in the present government but also the changes needed in the systems of government, making our elected representatives more accountable to the British public.
Alex Deane (Big Brother Watch) – Spoke about the problems of the Big Brother State brought upon us by our present government and that the British people need to stand up for their country and defend the freedoms of our nation.
Gerald Howarth MP (Shadow Defence Minister) – Talked of the armed forces who on a daily basis defend us as a nation and how we should be proud of them, support them and how a Conservative government would best equip them to ensure the defence of our nation abroad.
Jonathan Isaby (ConservativeHome) – Spoke about the many reasons why the Labour Party’s time in government is up and that this is the chance for activists to influence a change in government.
Andrew Rosindell MP (Shadow Home Office Minister) – Continued in his great patriotism towards the British way of life and spoke of why we should be proud of our country and be even more proud to stand up for the country we are so proud of.
Raheem Kassam (Student Rights) – Reminded the many students attending the rally that extremism is a large threat to the many university campuses across the country and it is time to stand up and stop that extremism with the help of Student Rights.
Harry Cole (Sunlight Centre for Open Politics) – Reminded us he does have a day job! Harry spoke of the great work the Sunlight Centre does in exposing the broken politics that many MP’s have exercised whilst in government.
Mark Wallace (The TaxPayers’ Alliance) – Spoke of the great work of the TxPayers’ Alliance and their continued efforts to ensure that the tax payers of our nation get the best deal from all levels of government by highlighting the waste our government produces.
Patrick McLoughlin MP (Chief Whip) – Gave the rally attendees a brilliant insight into the life of an MP. He talked of the many experiences he has had as an MP and gave the activists a rare opportunity to hear from the Chief Whip himself.
James Delingpole (Author & Polemicist) – Talking frankly about politics and the way in that socialism has taken over the country and that more activists should stand up for what they believe in. He also wrote a great piece on his blog the following week that you can read here.
Greg Hands (Hammersmith and Fulham) – Spoke of the importance of the general election and that the Conservative Party are looking to the youth in order to help the chances of the next government being conservative.
Shane Greer (Total Politics) – Showed the attending activists that whatever our individual politics at the present time we are all conservatives and should stand together and remove the present government.
Dr Liam Fox MP (Shadow Defence Secretary) – Talked about the Conservative Party’s foreign policy as we approach the election and how the support of our troops through the correct funding and other means is essential to help them succeed in their tasks abroad.
Iain Dale (Blogger & Publisher) – Iain talked of the election and the out coming challenges for a conservative government if there is to be one. He also talked of his insights into the political world from his viewpoint as a blogger. His message was to encourage people online to comment more on political blogs and make their views heard.
Eric Pickles (Conservative Party Chairman) – Gave an inspiring speech. His message to the many activists at the rally was that this is there time to make and impact and there is not a Conservative government yet. In the coming weeks they will have to work hard if they want to see the outcome they want.
Paul Staines (Guido Fawkes) – Also talked about the challenges ahead and along with Iain Dale answered questions on all aspects of the political news at present, from new media politics through to the pressing news stories of the day.
Samuel Coates (CCHQ) – Spoke about new media and how everyone can get involved in the online initiatives such as MyConservatives.com and by blogging, commenting online, and generally using the internet activists can help forward the conservative message.
Michael Rock (Conservative Future) – Was the final speaker of the day and his main message to all the gathered activists in the room was get involved. The more people get involved the more chance there is in a changing the government when we reach the General Election.
YBF would like to thank everyone who attended the YBF Parliamentary Rally from around the country. YBF would also like to thank all of the speakers that attended the event and gave up their precious time in order to speak to the conservative activists that attended the event.
One of the weeks you are able spend in the USA as part of YBF’s Reagan-Thatcher Summer Conference Programme is at the Young America’s Foundation National Conservative Student Conference at George Washington University in Washington D.C. The week is spent listening to the top speakers from US politics as well as networking with like-minded conservative activists from across the USA.
