The S.A.M. seeks to protect its members and all magicians from those who would wantonly expose magical secrets to the public, as well as all other unethical activities. For many years the Society of American Magicians has been encouraging the U. S. Postal Service to issue a stamp honoring the memory of Houdini. He is a person with an international reputation and his name is almost synonymous with magic. Once you join the S.A.M. you can learn about many other benefits available to members, such as awards and honors, pins, certificates, trophies and Life Membership. This policy is available at a reasonable cost through a Best 'A' rated insurance company.
Coverage provides spectator liability and premises liability including property damage.
The amendment paved the way to chartering the 31 already existing S.Y.M. Assemblies. All S.Y.M. Assemblies have adult S.A.M. Ieaders who provide guidance and magic instruction. Other activities include guest lecturers and special programs that provide members with an opportunity to perform. Leaders receive their own newsletter, The S.Y.M. Leader Letter, as an excellent idea resource. Some adult S.A.M. Assemblies allow Y.M.'s to participate in their activities as well.