What We Do

Mission

To advance the international collaboration of young neuroscientists from all backgrounds by educating them about the brain and inspiring them to fight neurological diseases.

Programs and Initiatives

Partners

We collaborate with our partners on various projects, programs, and initiatives. If your organization is interested in partnering with the IYNA, please email us at partnerships@youthneuro.org or file a support ticket.

International Brain Bee

International Brain Bee

The International Brain Bee (IBB) was founded in 1998 by Dr. Norbert Myslinski. Since its inception, the organization has inspired thousands of students to study and pursue careers in neuroscience through its annual neuroscience competition. Together the IYNA and IBB educate and empower students to pursue their passions in neuroscience.

International Neuroethics Society

International Neuroethics Society

The International Neuroethics Society (INS) is a group of scholars who share an interest in the social, legal, ethical and policy implications of advances in neuroscience. The mission of the International Neuroethics Society is to encourage and inspire research and dialogue on the responsible use of advances in brain science. Together, the IYNA and INS host the high school portion of the annual INS neuroethics essay contest.

Hip Hop Public Health

Hip Hop Public Health

Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH), a 501(c)3 organization focused on closing the “engagement” gap between public health communication and urban life. In collaboration with the International Youth Neuroscience Association, HHPH hopes to expand the reach of Hip Hop Stroke. Hip Hop Stroke 2.0 is a multimedia programs that teaches pre-adolescent children important stroke concepts through music and cartoons. Participating children are then motivated to share stroke information with their parents and caregivers.

Transparency

At the IYNA, we firmly believe that full transparency is the best way for nonprofits to operate. Therefore, we strive to be as open as possible about our operations, providing a variety of financial and legal documents for open examination. Some personal data, namely addresses, has been redacted. If you would like access to a document not listed here, or have any questions/comments/concerns, feel free to contact us at info@youthneuro.org

Financials

As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization with annual gross revenue under $50,000 USD, the IYNA files IRS form 990-N for each fiscal year. All our filings of Form 990-N are available here for public inspection.

Legal Documents

The 501(c)(3) Determination Letter from the IRS certifies that we are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, further categorized as a 509(a)(2) Public Charity. Form 1023-EZ is the application form we filed to obtain tax exempt status. The Certificate of Incorporation is the document we filed with the Delaware Secretary of State to become an incorporated legal entity.

IYNA Bylaws

The IYNA Bylaws are our legal governing document, dictating how the IYNA is run. Its purpose is to protect the interests of the IYNA and our mission. Our bylaws are reviewed each year by the IYNA Board of Directors.

IYNA Policies

Our policies are secondary governing documents that provide operational guidelines for our organization. As with the bylaws, their purpose is to protect the interests of the IYNA and our mission.

Board Meeting Minutes

The IYNA Board of Directors meets regularly to be updated on and discuss the current state of affairs of the IYNA. At these meetings, minutes are recorded and made available here so that our staff and the public can be kept up to date.

Board Votes

The IYNA Board of Directors formally votes when an action is to be taken. These votes are recorded and made available here.