On September 28th, Region 8’s Regional Gifted Youth Coordinator Lana Lee was joined by Michael Eager, Regional Vice Chair of Region 8 and Molly Bundschuh, Mensa’s Gifted Youth Program Manager for an Introduction to American Mensa’s Regional Gifted Youth Program.
The Mensa Regional Gifted Youth Coordinator Program is designed to support local groups that do not have a local Gifted Youth Coordinator by nurturing young gifted minds through tailored events, educational activities, and a vibrant community. Watch video to learn more
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Benefits of a GY Membership
A Mensa membership for gifted youth offers academic benefits:
Socially, Mensa has a Special Interest Groups (SIGs): TeenSIG and the Parents of Gifted Youth SIG. If your local group has a local GYC, they might also have local GY and parents SIGs for your group.
Gifted Youth may also volunteer and serve with their local group. Learn more about GY volunteer opportunities here.
Get Involved in the Gifted Youth Program
Below is a grid of the different GY program volunteer roles along with their limitations and requirements:
As GYP volunteer, you can plan events
- That your GY is interested in so that they can meet others with the same interests
- That are family-friendly, open to the entire membership including members with young families
- To share experiences and resources with other GY parents
Additional perks include a GY mini-grant from the Mensa Foundation for up to $200. If your local group allots $200 to their Gifted Youth Program, the GY mini-grant could match that amount, giving your local Gifted Youth program up to $400 to spend on activities!
How to Get Started in Your Local Group’s Gifted Youth Program
- Express interest to your LocSec, GYC, or Regional GYC
- Pass the National Office Background Check
- Complete the GY Program Onboarding Process
Upcoming Events in Region 8
Your Local or Regional GYC will keep you updated on the latest Gifted Youth Program events. In fact, many GYCs from other regions share their virtual GY events with other GYCs.
You can also check out our events page here to see what’s happening.
Have Questions? We are Here to Help
If you have any questions about the regional GYC program, Region 8 or American Mensa’s Gifted Youth Program, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Our contact information can be found here.
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