Friday 31 Jul, 2026
Quo vadis Mensa? Is IQ enough?
Mensa was founded on the idea of intellectual excellence, traditionally measured by IQ. Today, however, we recognize that intelligence has many forms, including creative, social, and emotional abilities. To remain relevant, Mensa should not only identify intelligence but also actively develop the diverse talents of its members. Supporting a wide range of skills can enrich both the community and its impact on society. The future of Mensa lies in nurturing all dimensions of human potential, not just logical reasoning.
Lecturer:
My name is Hana Dojčanová. I am a long-time speaker for Mensa Slovakia, currently serving as a statutory representative. I have also been a long-time chair of Mensa Slovakia and member of the IBD MI, a member of the EMAG panel, and a member of the SILVENSA panel. I have previously contributed to both EMAG and SILVENSA.
I am a SIGHT coordinator, I organize testing sessions, and I regularly run educational activities for Mensa. Recently, I conducted interviews for our magazine mensa Slovakia with the Chair of Mensa International, Robin, as well as with the Executive Director Ashley. I have also served as a jury member for the Photocup MI.