The 44th NSA
Annual Conference
July 7–11, 2027
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa · Scottsdale, Arizona
Celebrating 50 years of the NSA and the connections that bring us together.
Join people who stutter, families, friends, and speech-language professionals for opportunities to learn, share, and connect. Whether you’re attending for the first time or returning to see familiar faces, we look forward to welcoming you.
A glimpse of the NSA Annual Conference
Meet new people, reconnect with friends, and spend time with a community that understands stuttering. From workshops to conversations between sessions, there are many ways to share experiences and feel connected.
Watch the video to hear from our community and see what the conference is like.
There’s a place for you here
The conference welcomes people who stutter of all ages, families, friends, and professionals. You don’t need to have attended an NSA event before or know anyone to join us.
Adults who stutter
Meet others who understand, share your experiences, and explore topics that matter to you.
Children and teens who stutter
Connect with others your age through activities, shared experiences, and time together.
Parents and caregivers
Find support, ask questions, and learn alongside families who understand your experiences.
Speech-language professionals and students
Learn directly from people who stutter and deepen your understanding of their lived experiences.
Researchers and educators
Exchange perspectives and connect with the community at the heart of your work.
Friends, partners, and siblings
Join your loved ones, learn more about stuttering, and be part of the experience.
What to expect
Take part in workshops, conversations, and social activities at your own pace. There’s time to learn, share experiences, meet people, and enjoy being together.
You’re welcome to speak, listen, ask questions, or simply take it all in.
Conversations and connection
Share experiences and get to know people who understand stuttering.
Workshops and discussions
Explore stuttering and everyday life through different experiences and perspectives.
First-time attendees
Coming for the first time? You’re welcome here, and there will be others attending for the first time, too.
Family activities
Opportunities for children, teens, and families to learn, connect, and enjoy time together.
Professional learning
Hear from people who stutter and bring their perspectives into your learning and practice.
Social events
Catch up with friends, meet new people, and make memories beyond the workshops.
Connecting as a family
Children and teens who stutter can meet others their age through workshops and activities designed for them. Parents and caregivers can connect with other families, share experiences, and find support.
With opportunities to learn and enjoy time together, the conference welcomes families into the NSA community.
Hear from our community
Conference schedule
Wednesday, July 7
Kickoff!
Registration opens at 11 AM; first workshop begins at 1 PM
Thursday, July 8
Full day
Various workshops and events from 9 AM to 3 PM
Friday, July 9
Full day
Various workshops and events from 9 AM to 3:30 PM
Saturday, July 10
Full day
Various workshops and events from 9 AM to 3 PM
Sunday, July 11
Safe travels home!
The conference wraps up — until next time.
See the 2026 schedule for an example of past programming
Our gathering place in Scottsdale
Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
6902 E Greenway Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa will be our gathering place for the 2027 conference. Nearby Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter offer places to eat, shop, and spend time together between conference activities.
Conference room rates and booking information will be shared when available.