NSA Connects: Asians Who Stutter
Mon, May 18
|Virtual Event
A safe space for Asian people who stutter to be seen, heard, and supported.
Time & Location
May 18, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM EDT
Virtual Event
About the event
In many Asian communities, talking about stuttering can feel like walking into a room full of “we don’t talk about that” vibes. Stigma and silence often overshadow the support and understanding people deserve. Unlike some Western spaces where conversations about stuttering happen more openly, these cultural barriers leave many Asian people who stutter feeling isolated and misunderstood.
Join us for NSA Connects Asians Who Stutter—a bimonthly space designed to turn the narrative around. This welcoming and safe environment invites Asian people who stutter to connect, share their stories, and support one another while navigating the unique cultural challenges they encounter.
Meet your leaders making this happen:
Jia Bin is a doctoral student at Michigan State University. Jia earned her undergraduate degree in English Language and Literature in China and two Master's degrees in Secondary Education and Communicative Sciences and Disorders in the U.S. Jia's own journey of being a person who…
Event Verification & Recording Notice
To help us maintain a safe and supportive space, attendees joining virtually may be asked to briefly turn on their camera upon entering the Zoom room for participant verification. After verification, you may turn your camera off before the event begins.
For in-person events, check-in may include identity verification.
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