Brilyn Hollyhand

Brilyn's story getting involved in politics in the 4th grade inspired a movement, created his successful career, and brought the motivation for a bestselling book. Brilyn's journey from student leadership to national politics is the American Dream. Brilyn shares his own experience and other young leaders' stories throughout history to illustrate how involvement in school government, clubs, and local politics can be stepping stones to higher political engagement and leadership roles. Brilyn shares his own journey founding the GOP Youth Advisory Council, discussing why young people need to have a seat at the table, how they can influence policy, and the impact of their vote in upcoming elections. He can motivate his peers by illustrating how political engagement is not just about the present, but about shaping the future they will inherit. 

Brilyn explores the intersection of faith and politics, leaning on themes from his bestselling book. The middle section of his book discuss what he refers to as "the modern day F-words: faith, family, and freedom." Brlyn discusses how personal faith influences political beliefs, decision-making, and civic engagement. This talk aims to inspire young people to consider how their faith or moral compass can guide them in civic duties, ensuring their values are represented in the political arena.

As a nationally-recognized political influencer across social media, Brilyn delves into how modern platforms have transformed political discourse, activism, and campaigning. He discussed the power of social media in mobilizing youth, the challenges of misinformation, and how to use these platforms responsibly to foster meaningful political change and dialogue. Brilyn shares how in today's world, youth can leverage social media and technology for activism. Brilyn discusses successful online campaigns, the power of hashtags, and how to organize and spread awareness digitally. The goal is to inspire young people to use their digital skills for social and political change, emphasizing responsible and impactful digital citizenship.

Drawing from his book, Brilyn discusses the concept that American freedoms could be just one generation away from being lost or transformed. This motivational speech highlights the importance of each generation's responsibility to safeguard and understand these freedoms, encouraging activism, education, and participation in the democratic process.