Gifted WA AGM 2026
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Dear Members,
Gifted WA AGM: The committee wishes to inform its members of the impending Annual General Meeting for 2026.
Details are as follows:
Date: Wednesday 11th November 2026
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
(refreshments & networking from 5:45pm)
Event: Riding Out the Storm, Dr Matt Zakreski
Venue: Online via Zoom
Agenda:
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2025 AGM Minutes
President's Report
Treasurer's Report
Election of Committee members *
General Business
Committee Nominations:
As usual, all committee positions will come up for election at this AGM, and you are welcome to nominate to be a member of the Gifted WA Committee. If you would like to nominate for a position on the Gifted WA Committee, please complete the nomination form HERE by the COB Friday 6th November 2026 (you will need the details of a Gifted WA member who has agreed to nominate you).
Please be aware that our Constitution does stipulate the make-up of the Committee, so this needs to be considered when selecting committee members. This criteria can be found on Page V of the Gifted WA Constitution (section 10:1B). The Gifted WA Committee has an online meeting once a month, so members in both metro and regional areas of WA are welcome to nominate. Members who nominate and are not selected for the Committee are encouraged to participate in the running of Gifted WA through our sub-committees.
* Gifted WA Committee consists of the following positions:
(a) a Chairperson
(b) a Vice-Chairperson
(c) a Secretary
(d) a Treasurer
(e) General Committee Members (5)
The AGM will be preceded by Matt's presentation.
Riding Out the Storm: Managing Emotional Intensity in Students
Today’s students, especially gifted and twice-exceptional individuals, are marked by their intensity, particularly their emotional intensity. These emotional outbursts can be very disruptive and dysregulating to the students, as well as their peers, parents, teachers, and community supports. This session will focus on the psychology and neuroscience behind emotional intensity and give concrete, accessible techniques that will allow for the development of self-regulation skills.
Dr. Matthew Zakreski (known as “Dr. Matt”) is a seasoned clinical psychologist and professional speaker renowned for his expertise in serving neurodivergent individuals. In doing hundreds of talks all over the world, Dr. Zakreski has cultivated a reputation as a dynamic keynote speaker, captivating audiences with his insightful presentations and empowering messages.
Kind regards,
Gifted WA Secretary
