Alex Wirth

Harvard University

I am an advocate for youth involvement in government, community service, and service learning. I am a Fellow at the Forum for Youth Investment where I have been working on a project to create a Presidential Youth Council. I serve as the chair of the youth working group of the United States National Commission to UNESCO – a first of its kind initiative at the State Department. I am a Blogger for the Huffington Post, a member of the State Farm Youth Advisory Board and the Board of Directors of Youth Service America and the National Youth Association. I currently attend Harvard University.

Articles by Alex Wirth

It’s Time for a Presidential Youth Council April 23, 2012 My generation is not happy with the way things are going, and many don't think they can impact change. I'm therefore calling on both Barack Obama and Mitt Romney to support the creation of a Presidential Youth Council.

A Young Person’s Debate- Saving Social Security March 15, 2012 For the sake of our generation, it is vital that policymakers "fix" Social Security without changing the fundamental structure of the program. By transferring money to private accounts, we would tie Americans' income security to the ups and downs of the stock market.

Secretary Clinton’s Youth Focus- and the Work That Remains February 27, 2012 Secretary Clinton spoke in Tunisia this past weekend about how the aspirations and needs of young people present a crucial challenge for our country, Tunisia, and nations across the world. It's a critical first step to empowering our generation.

The Answer to Occupy Wall Street Isn’t Violence November 16, 2011 The Occupy protestors have taken to the streets, because they think the conventional method of navigating the system is an abysmal failure. We all know the story -- but what I want to know is the ending.

The State Department and USAID Get It September 29, 2011 Over the last year, the State Department has quietly started to increase its youth outreach efforts. They put young people in charge and responsibility on our shoulders. I couldn't be more excited for what will come in the future.