About GLAAM
The Greater Los Angeles Area Mensa (GLAAM) is a vibrant, deeply connected community spanning multiple counties across Southern California.
We are the local chapter of American Mensa, the high IQ society. Our mission is to identify and foster human intelligence, encourage research into the nature of intelligence, and provide a stimulating intellectual and social environment for our members.
What is Mensa?
Mensa is an international society with one—and only one—qualification for membership: a score in the top 2% of the general population on an approved intelligence test.
- Founded in 1946 by Roland Berrill and Lancelot Ware.
- A completely non-political and non-religious organization.
- Over 140,000 members across 100 countries worldwide.
Our Territory
GLAAM is proudly divided into six distinct geographic subgroups, allowing us to host intimate local events while maintaining the resources of a massive chapter.
Mid-City MCity
The bustling core of Los Angeles, spanning downtown and surrounding urban communities.
Coastal Coast
Serving the beautiful beach cities, stretching across the western edge of the region.
San Fernando Valley SFV
The vast valley region bringing together members north of the Hollywood Hills.
East L.A. County ELAC
Covering the diverse and historic communities east of the Los Angeles river.
Hi-Desert HiD
Our northernmost and expansive territory, encompassing the striking high desert landscapes.
Inland Empire IE
Stretching eastward, supporting a rapidly growing suburban and metropolitan community.
Mensa Foundation Scholarships
The Mensa Foundation Scholarship Program awards more than $150,000 in assistance every year to college-bound students around the globe. Scholarships are awarded based solely on 550-word essays expressing applicants’ academic and professional goals.
U.S. applicants need not be Mensa members. However, college-bound Mensa members and their dependents may also be eligible for one of several $2,500 scholarships awarded each year.