Purpose
The WeStutter@Work Mentorship Program connects adults who stutter with mentors who understand career growth, workplace communication, confidence-building, and self-advocacy. Through one-on-one mentorship and peer connection, participants receive practical support as they navigate professional life, explore opportunities, and grow with greater confidence.
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Mentors come from a wide range of fields, including marketing, healthcare, finance, technology, education, communications, and nonprofit leadership. Some are people who stutter. Others are allies who are committed to supporting the stuttering community with respect, care, and practical guidance.
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What Does the Program Include?
Personalized career guidance and coaching
Whether you're just starting out, looking to advance, or considering a change, mentors provide tailored support to help you navigate your next steps.
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Support for workplace challenges
Gain strategies for handling tough conversations, self-advocacy, and navigating bias or misconceptions around stuttering.
Confidence-building and communication support
Build confidence as a communicator in interviews, meetings, and professional networking situations.
Professional references
Mentors can serve as references and help strengthen job applications with informed, supportive endorsements.
Networking opportunities
Expand your network through introductions to industry professionals and connections with others in your field.
Peer connection and community
Get exclusive access to a Google group and mentorship website and connect with other participants in similar fields.
Who Can Join?
The program is open to adults who stutter who are looking for career support, mentorship, and community. Whether you are a student preparing for your first job, an established professional, changing careers, or returning to the workforce, WeStutter@Work offers a supportive space to grow with confidence.
Why It Matters
Workplace experiences can feel isolating when you stutter, especially when you are navigating interviews, meetings, leadership opportunities, or moments of self-advocacy. Mentorship helps create a space where people who stutter can ask honest questions, receive practical support, and build professional confidence without having to explain or hide who they are.
“Having a mentor who understood my journey made all the difference in my professional confidence.” — Program Participant
Get Involved
Whether you’re looking for guidance or ready to mentor others, your journey starts here. Together, we’re building workplaces where people who stutter can thrive.
For any questions, complaints or feedback, reach out to mentorshipsupport@westutter.org
Disclaimer: The National Stuttering Association (NSA) Mentorship Program is a voluntary peer-support program facilitated by NSA volunteers. Participation is at each individual’s discretion. The views and advice shared by mentors and mentees are personal and do not necessarily reflect those of the NSA. This program is not a substitute for professional therapy, counseling, or career services. The NSA does not evaluate participants, guarantee outcomes, or monitor individual interactions. The NSA is not responsible for any actions, decisions, or consequences arising from participation in the program. Participants are expected to engage respectfully and maintain confidentiality within the bounds of the program.