National Stuttering Association
The National Stuttering Association Annual Conference is the largest gathering in the world of adults, children, families, and friends who share stuttering as a common bond. This year, we invite you and your family to soak up the energy and warmth of our stuttering community at the NSA’s 41st Annual Conference in St. Louis. […]
Introducing NSA Women Connect—a vibrant and inclusive community where women who stutter come together to forge powerful connections, share their stories, and uplift one another. Join us in this safe and welcoming space where we celebrate our experiences, strengths, and dreams. Together, we create an unbreakable bond, recognizing that our collective resilience knows no bounds. […]
Congratulations to our Detroit/Royal Oak Adult Chapter on 30 YEARS of serving the local stuttering community! Join us for a special celebration with refreshments, an open mic, group activities, and memory-making. All people who stutter, family, friends, and allies are welcome. Whether you're new to the NSA or a long-time friend, come celebrate with us! […]
Calling all parents, guardians, and caregivers of people who stutter (of all ages)! Join us for the monthly meeting of the Parents and Caregivers Virtual Chapter! This is an opportunity for us to come together to share experiences, seek guidance, and offer each other that extra support we all need. If you’re joining us for […]
Let’s think about “listening.” As people who stutter, we all want the person on the other end of our conversation to be a good listener. But do we give much thought to our own listening skills? We don’t mean “hearing”….we mean “listening,” which is 90% of effective communication. Active listening is a skill that involves […]
We are touched by the outpouring of love that has been shared on social media in the wake of Russ Hick’s recent passing. It truly seems that everyone in the NSA community has their own special memory of Russ. Among the countless stories shared is a highlight of Russ giving every conference first-timer that he […]
When parents who stutter communicate with their children, they often face a range of emotions, including fear, anxiety, and pressure to speak fluently. In this thought-provoking session, we’ll explore how our children perceive our speech—are they focused on the "how" of what we say or the "what" itself? Join us for an insightful discussion, led […]
Calling all NSA Kids and Teens! The NSA Teen Advisory Council (TAC) is hosting a special, moderated Back to School Teen Talk Zoom for all kids and teens age 8-18. Join the TAC as we discuss everything about going back to school as a person who stutters. Complete the Teen Talk Interest Form below or […]
Join us for "Passing Twice," an open discussion for LGBTQ+ people who stutter and their families, friends, and allies. This event will explore the intersections of the LGBTQ+ and stuttering communities, with a focus on the experiences of "coming out," "passing," and finding acceptance. Edmund Metzold will facilitate the conversation, providing a safe and supportive […]
