Cameron Joyce – Embracing Authenticity and Empowering Others
When Cameron Joyce joined the National Stuttering Association four years ago, he was looking for something he had never experienced before: a sense of community among people who truly understood him.
“Before joining, I had never met anyone else with a similar experience. I wanted to build meaningful relationships, learn from others, and feel less alone in my journey.”
Today, Cameron is a key leader on the Young Adult Committee, helping to guide workshops and year-round sessions that support people in their 20s and 30s as they navigate careers, relationships, and communication with confidence.
“The NSA showed me I can achieve my goals with, not despite, my stutter.”
Cameron’s journey of embracing his stutter openly—especially in industries like consulting and banking, where polished speech is often expected—has been a deeply personal and powerful one. He shares that being authentic about his stuttering has not only helped him grow, but has also allowed him to support others walking a similar path.
“Being authentic about my challenges has allowed me to grow personally and professionally, and it’s given me the opportunity to support and encourage others who might face similar struggles.”
His door is always open—literally.
“If you're a person who stutters and ever want to talk, my phone is always open to you. If I don't answer immediately, I'm either asleep or no longer on this earth!”
His advice to newcomers is simple:
”Reach out. Say ‘Hey.’ It might sound cliché, but the NSA really is a family that supports each other.”
Get to know Cameron:
Favorite ice cream: Mint Chocolate
Nature preference: Mountains
Rewatch pick: The West Wing
Karaoke jam: “Ordinary Girl” by Hannah Montana
Dream pet: A house full of sugar gliders
Fun fact: Born on Leap Day!
Dream destination: Geneva
Cameron’s story is one of growth through vulnerability, strength through community, and empowerment through self-acceptance. The NSA is lucky to have him, and young adults in our community are stronger because of his voice.
Thank you, Cameron!