World Conference

Nashville Selected as Site of 2019 World Conference

The World Council for Gifted and Talented Children (WCGTC) will hold its 23rd WCGTC Biennial World Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, USA. The 2019 event will be hosted by the WCGTC Executive Committee. Sign up to receive email updates at https://worldgifted2019.com/request-information/.  

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World Council for Gifted and Talented Children Executive Committee 2017 - 2019
Executive Committee

New Executive Committee Assumes Office

The new Executive Committee took office at the conclusion of the 2017 WCGTC World Conference in Sydney. In the back row (from left to right) are Umit Davasligil (Turkey), Julia Link Roberts (United States), Margaret Sutherland (Scotland), Tyler Clark (United States) and in the front row, Denise Fleith (Brazil), Leonie

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Executive Committee Members 2017 – 2021

There were four nominations for Executive Committee members, and all candidates have met the requirements as noted in the Bylaws. The candidates include: Denise Fleith (Brazil), Leonie Kronborg (Australia), Sue Prior (Hong Kong), and Tracy Riley (New Zealand). Since there are four spots opening on the Executive Committee, it is

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GTI Now Using ScholarOne

It is now easier to submit and manage your manuscript to Gifted and Talented International. We have just moved to using the ScholarOne platform. ScholarOne Manuscripts allows for rapid submission of original and revised manuscripts, and facilitates the review process and internal communication between authors, editors, and reviewers via a

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Leslie Graves Resignation

It is with regret that the WCGTC Executive Committee announces that Leslie Graves has tendered her resignation as President of the WCGTC due to personal obligations. The Executive Committee thanks Leslie for her many years of service and dedication to the WCGTC. Throughout the years, Leslie has served as Delegate, Executive

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Julia Link Roberts Elected President of WCGTC

The Executive Committee reviewed nominations for President of the WCGTC, and one nominee met all requirements as outlined in the Bylaws. That nominee is Julia Link Roberts from the United States. With only one nominee, no election is required. Julia has accepted the nomination and will begin her term at

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Awards and Scholarships Due February 15

Applications for scholarships to attend the 2017 WCGTC World Conference are due one week from today. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.world-gifted.org/scholarship. Awards nominations are also due on February 15. In conjunction with the WCGTC biennial conference, the Executive Committee of the World Council presents awards in four different

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World Gifted 35(2) Available Now

Volume 35, Number 2 of World Gifted is now available at https://world-gifted.org/World-Gifted-Newsletter/wg-35(2).pdf. Contents include: President’s Letter Headquarters Update World Conference 2019 Hosting Bids Gifted and Talented InternationalUpdate Scholarships & Awards Keynote Speakers Delegate Discourse Australia Bangladesh Brazil Ecuador Germany Jordan Lebanon Mexico Norway Spain Sweden USA Uruguay Thank you to everyone who contributed to

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Important Dates: Scholarships, Awards, & Elections

As we get closer to the 22nd WCGTC World Conference in Sydney, it is time to begin accepting applications for scholarships and awards as well as nominations for President and Executive Committee members. Please see below for a list of key dates. Scholarships: To apply for a scholarship to attend the

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Register Now for the 2017 WCGTC World Conference in Sydney!

Registrations are now open for the 22nd Biennial World Council for Gifted and Talented Children (WCGTC) World Conference. The World Conference is a biennial event presented by the WCGTC. This event brings together researchers, practitioners, parents, and other stakeholders from around the globe to discuss vital matters, issues, and concerns

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