Mission
Mensa's constitution lists three purposes: "to identify and to foster human intelligence for the benefit of humanity; to encourage research into the nature, characteristics, and uses of intelligence; and to provide a stimulating intellectual and social environment for its members".
To this end, the organisation is also involved with programs for gifted children, literacy and scholarships, and it also holds numerous "gatherings".
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