In short, yes Mensa is a worldwide organization.
Mensa was founded in 1946 in England by Roland Berrill, a barrister, and Dr. Arthur L. W. McConachy, a scientist. The organization was established as a society for individuals with high IQs, aiming to create a non-political, non-religious community for intellectual exchange. Since its inception, Mensa has grown to include members from over 100 countries worldwide.
I believe you are thinking of MENSA.
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It is called the mensa organisation
Yes, Mensa is a legitimate organization for individuals with high IQs. It is an international society that requires members to score in the top 2 of the population on a standardized intelligence test.
Mensa Norway is a reputable organization known for its high standards in intelligence testing and membership criteria. The information provided by Mensa Norway can generally be considered accurate and reliable.
MENSA (Latin for table) is the name of an international invitational society. The membership of Mensa is drawn from persons with an I.Q. in the 98th percentile of all scores, as determined by standardized intelligence tests. There are separate controlling national organizations under the umbrella of Mensa International.The disparaging acronym is "Many Erudite Neurotics Seeking Attention".(see related link)
No, Judge Judy does not belong to Mensa. While she is known for her sharp intellect and legal acumen, there is no public record or statement indicating her membership in Mensa, the organization for individuals with high IQs. Her success as a judge and television personality is attributed to her legal expertise and strong personality rather than membership in any specific intellectual organization.
As of recent estimates, there are approximately 57,000 members of Mensa in the United States. Mensa is an international organization for individuals who score in the top 2% on a standardized intelligence test. Membership varies over time as new members join and others leave, but the U.S. represents one of the largest national populations within Mensa.
The term "mensa" is Latin for "table" and is commonly associated with the high IQ society Mensa International, which was founded in 1946. The organization aims to foster intellectual exchange among its members and requires a high IQ score for admission. In a broader context, "mensa" can also refer to various cultural or educational initiatives that promote intellectual engagement.
Their IQ is well above average. It would qualify them for membership in the MENSA organization.
There is no public information indicating that Barack Obama is a member of Mensa, an organization for individuals with high IQ scores. Membership in Mensa is voluntary and not all intelligent individuals choose to join.