It’s rare in the course of history that one can pinpoint the exact moment when the trajectory of a nation was changed for the better – which makes the anniversary we celebrate today all the more important.

Decades after Menzies envisaged an active, passionate Movement of young people to carry the torch for the Liberal cause, the YLM continues to make its mark on the policy direction of our party, to enhance the party’s campaign efforts through tireless on-the-ground support, and to invest heavily in our financial security and membership growth.

There is much to be said of the election of Donald J. Trump as the 45th President of the United States of America, Brexit, and the 2016 Australian federal election, but it’s important that we consider these lessons, learn as a movement, and hold true to our fundamental beliefs and principles.