Leadership Starts Here:
Shaping Freedom's Future
We're a local high school group in NW Houston that hosts twice-a -semester events for 150 students featuring top-notch speakers. Members build leadership skills by organizing meetings, performing the national anthem, and attending national student conferences.
Why Join
Why Join YAF Houston?
Four reasons students from all backgrounds find their home here.
Faith & Conservative Values
Connect with students who share your commitment to faith, freedom, and the principles that have made America exceptional. Find your community.
Leadership Opportunities
Organize meetings, perform the national anthem, lead committees, and attend national conferences. Our recent leaders are now excelling at places like Yale University, Rice University, University of Virginia, and Texas A&M University.
Community & Fun
Free food and fabulous boba drinks at every event. Meet like-minded students, make lifelong friends, and have a great time. Parents are always welcome.
Travel & Adventure
Through our national YAF affiliation, members travel to Washington DC, Chicago, and Santa Barbara for conferences, leadership summits, and unforgettable experiences.
Our Speakers
Distinguished Speakers
We bring world-class leaders, statesmen, and thinkers to Houston.
Past SpeakerKen Wise
Justice, 14th Court of Appeals
A distinguished jurist and legal scholar who shared insights on the rule of law, constitutional principles, and the judiciary's role in preserving freedom.
Past SpeakerTsakhia Elbegdorj
Former President of Mongolia
A global statesman who led Mongolia's democratic transformation, sharing a powerful firsthand account of freedom's value from a nation that fought for it.
Past SpeakerWesley Hunt
U.S. Congressman
A West Point graduate, Army veteran, and U.S. Congressman who inspired students with his journey from military service to the halls of Congress.
Past SpeakerSichan Siv
Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations
A remarkable American story — from Cambodian refugee to U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations under President George W. Bush, sharing a powerful message of freedom and resilience.
Past SpeakerJoe Machi
Comedian & Writer, Gutfeld!
Stand-up comedian and writer for Fox News' Gutfeld! who brought the house down with sharp wit and a conservative sense of humor that had 150 students laughing all night.
Past SpeakerTalmage Boston
Attorney, Presidential Historian & Author
Award-winning trial attorney, presidential historian, and author who brought history to life with riveting insights on American leadership, the presidency, and what it means to defend freedom.
Past SpeakerLily Kate
Conservative Influencer
A rising voice in conservative media who connected with YAF Houston students on faith, culture, and standing boldly for traditional values in today's digital age.
Past SpeakerChristopher Hammons
Director, Morris Family Center for Law & Liberty, Houston Christian University
Constitutional scholar and director of the Morris Family Center for Law & Liberty at Houston Christian University, bringing deep expertise in law, liberty, and the foundations of American governance.
Past SpeakerChristian Collins
President & Founder, Texas Youth Summit
Founder and president of Texas Youth Summit, one of the nation's premier conservative youth conferences, inspiring the next generation of leaders to stand boldly for faith, freedom, and American values.
Past SpeakerJon Bonck
Future U.S. Congressman
A rising conservative leader and candidate for U.S. Congress who brought an energizing message of service, patriotism, and the urgent call for young Americans to step up and shape the future of our nation.
Upcoming Event
Mark Your Calendar
Jean Becker
Author & Chief of Staff to President George H.W. Bush
Character Matters. Join us for an evening with Jean Becker, who will speak about her book Character Matters, based on her long-time service under President Bush (41). The first 100 students to register will receive a free copy of her book, courtesy of Painter Law Firm PLLC. As always, free food and fabulous boba drinks will be provided. Parents are welcome.
Jean Becker
Author & Chief of Staff to President George H.W. Bush
Our Community
A Community Like No Other
150 students. Top speakers. Lifelong friendships. This is YAF Houston.
Community & Fun
Meet lifelong friends
Leadership
Leadership experience that opens the right doors
Patriotism
Celebrate American values
150+
Students per event
2×
Events per semester
3
National travel destinations
2021/1960
Local/National YAF founded
Travel the Country with YAF
Through our affiliation with Young Americans for Freedom — the nation's oldest and largest conservative-libertarian youth organization — YAF Houston members gain access to national conferences, leadership summits, and unforgettable experiences across the country.
Washington, DC
National conferences & Capitol Hill
Chicago, IL
Reagan Boyhood Home in Dixon, IL
Santa Barbara, CA
Historic Reagan Ranch conference
Ready to Shape Freedom's Future?
Join our large group of high school students who gather twice each semester for amazing speakers, leadership development, free food, fabulous boba drinks, and friendships that last a lifetime. Gain leadership and mentorship opportunities that give an advantage for college admission. Parents are always welcome.