The Teen Advisory Council (TAC) is a dynamic group of highly motivated and respected teens who are an integral part of the National Stuttering Association® (NSA®) family. TAC members are selected for their strong leadership qualities and their ability to serve as role models and mentors to their peers and younger members within the NSA Family Programs. Their primary role is to provide support, encouragement, and positive guidance to NSA teens and kids, both at the Annual Conference and throughout the year.

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TAC's Mission and Role:

The TAC plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the NSA by fostering a supportive environment where teens who stutter can connect, share experiences, and grow together. TAC members are expected to embody the NSA's mission and values, representing the organization with excellence in all their interactions. They are featured on the NSA website and may also appear in various communications and publications, highlighting their contributions and impact within the NSA community.

Teen Advisory Council (TAC) Representative:

A TAC Representative is responsible for collaborating with the Executive and Family Programs teams in the development, coordination, and evaluation of all NSA programs related to youth, with a focus on teenagers. This role includes assisting in the creation of parent support services, contributing to the development of new materials and programs for youth, and working closely with local chapters to organize youth days, symposiums, and other events.

Teen Program Coordinator(s) (TPC):

The TAC is overseen by one or two Teen Program Coordinators (TPCs), who facilitate TAC meetings and guide the council in achieving larger objectives. These include organizing one-day teen events, planning conference programming for teens, coordinating nationwide social events, and leading advocacy and engagement projects. The TPCs play a vital role in ensuring the success of the TAC and its initiatives.

TAC Members:

Each TAC member serves a three-year term, during which they actively contribute to the council's goals and responsibilities. Members may serve beyond three years if they are appointed as a Teen Program Coordinator after completing their initial term on the council.

MORGAN MOWERY

LINUS SIMNER

RUSSELL STEVENS

SAMAYA FONSECA

JOLIE DEITCHMAN

NICO LINARDON

ADAM KARR

HAYLEY STUCKEY

CLINT HOLMES

QUINN HELFAND

GABE REINSTEIN

TAC Interview Process:

When a position on the TAC becomes available, interviews are conducted either via video call or in person at the Annual Conference. A selection committee, consisting of the Teen Program Coordinator(s) and/or current TAC members, will interview candidates. If there are no openings in a given year, interviews will be postponed until the following year. The availability of TAC openings will be communicated to the teen membership by the Teen Program Coordinator(s) and the NSA Family Programs team.

The TAC is proud to be a vital part of the NSA’s efforts to support, empower, and inspire the next generation of leaders within the stuttering community. For more information and to learn how to get involved, check out our TAC Guidelines.