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Looking for stuttering support? Use the NSA Chapter Locator to connect with local groups, meet others who stutter, and find community. Congratulations! You’ve taken the incredible first step on your journey by connecting with your local NSA Chapter. The backbone of the NSA, our local chapters are powerful spaces where you can connect directly with your local stuttering community. No matter what point you’re at in your stuttering journey, experience the life-changing power of attending a local chapter where you can share your story, bond with fellow people who stutter and allies, and embrace the support of our ever-growing community. Chapter Locator Map Use the Chapter Locator map below to find the chapter closest to you. Search by your address, zipcode, or Type of Chapter Meeting.

Join the National Stuttering Association 43rd Annual Conference July 1 to 4, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. A welcoming community experience for people who stutter, families, professionals, and allies. National Stuttering Association Conference 2026 July 1 to 4, 2026 | Charlotte, North Carolina Three and a half days of workshops, connection, and community — at the largest gathering of people who stutter in the U.S. Join people who stutter, families, speech-language pathologists, and allies for an experience built on understanding, connection, and community. Get Tickets Ticket sales are now open across all ticket types. Find the option that fits and join us. Early Bird pricing ends May 31st - so grab your tickets now! You are not alone — and you don't have to figure this out by yourself This conference is more than an event. It is a space where: You are understood without needing to explain You can communicate in your own way You can connect with people who truly get it Whether this is your first time or your tenth, you belong here. Find the way that works for you Whether you join for the full conference or start with a single day, there's a place for you here. Early Bird pricing ends May 31st - so grab your tickets now ! Full Conference Registration Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) $299 + $17.94 fee $316.94 total College / Graduate Students $280 + $16.88 fee $296.88 total Chapter Leaders / RCCs $249 + $15.14 fee $264.14 total Teens (13–18) $180 + $11.28 fee $191.28 total Children (6–12) $130 + $8.48 fee $138.48 total Adults $299 + $17.94 fee $316.94 total Most people choose the full conference to experience the connection, community, and growth across all three and a half days. Get Full Conference Tickets Book Your Hotel Room MOST POPULAR One-Day Pass $85.68 total per day $80 + $5.68 fee Perfect if you want to experience the conference before committing to the full event. Get One-Day Pass Ticket Pricing Transparency To make registration simple, secure, and accessible for everyone, we use Eventbrite as our ticketing platform. Each ticket includes a base price set by the NSA, along with a processing fee added by Eventbrite. This fee helps cover payment processing and the technology that powers registration, and goes directly to Eventbrite — not to the NSA. We've chosen to show both the ticket price and the fee upfront so you can clearly see the total before registering. There are no hidden costs beyond what's listed here. Optional Events Bingo Night $28 + $2.77 fee $30.77 total Trivia Night $30 + $2.88 fee $32.88 total Bowling Night $50 + $4.00 fee $54.00 total Karaoke Night $10 + $1.76 fee $11.76 total Stutter Slam Free Get Tickets Spots are limited. Early registration is encouraged. What your ticket includes Everything you need for a transformative conference experience Workshops, panels, and general sessions Social events designed for connection A supportive, judgment-free environment Community discussion groups Dedicated programming for kids and teens Closing banquet celebration with full conference registration See What’s Waiting for You Explore 3.5 days of connection, workshops, unforgettable moments, and community designed for people who stutter, families, SLPs, and allies. Full Conference Schedule Spotlight Speakers DAAG Download PDF Presenters First time at an NSA Conference? You belong here. Most people arrive unsure. Not knowing anyone. Not knowing what to expect. You don't need to know what to expect. You'll figure it out together, once you're here. By the end of the conference, something changes. They leave with: Real friendships Confidence in their voice A sense of belonging A community they didn't know they needed You don't need to be ready. You don't need to be fluent. You just need to show up. Not sure where to start? Start small. Come for a day. Join a session. Attend an event. A simple way to take the first step — come for a day and see what the community feels like. $80 ONE-DAY PASS Get Tickets Conference schedule July 1 to 4, 2026 WEDNESDAY Registration + opening sessions FRIDAY Full day of workshops THURSDAY Full day of workshops SATURDAY Workshops + banquet Three and a half days of programming. One powerful experience. Why this conference matters This is different from most conferences. Here, people who stutter are the majority. There is no pressure to speak a certain way. You decide how you want to participate. For many people, this is the first place they feel fully comfortable using their voice. Join us in Charlotte, North Carolina The Westin Charlotte per night $189 (discounted NSA rate) Located in Uptown, close to restaurants, activities, and everything you need. We have opened up another room block - we suggest booking your room sooner than later as we will not be able to secure any other rooms at the group rate. Book Your Hotel Room See what the NSA Conference is like Watch highlights and hear directly from people who have experienced it. Get Tickets Experience the NSA Conference Moments of connection, learning, and community Explore Charlotte Make the most of your conference experience. Charlotte offers great food, entertainment, and attractions for all ages. Restaurant Hotspots South Charlotte Near SouthPark Mall Dilworth Historic neighborhood dining Plaza Midwood Eclectic local favorites NoDa Arts district eats Bar Hotspots Southend Vibrant nightlife scene Plaza Midwood Local bars & lounges Uptown Near Spectrum Center & BOA Stadium Sports & Shows Charlotte FC Check if they're playing in town Charlotte Knights Minor league baseball Major Concerts Spectrum Center & BOA Stadium BOA Stadium Tour Highly recommended if available Must-See Attractions ADVENTURE U.S. National Whitewater Center White water rafting, zip lines, ropes course, and elite nature activities FAMILY Discovery Place Great science museum perfect for kids and families ATTRACTION NASCAR Hall of Fame Interactive exhibits celebrating racing history CULTURE Mint Museum Uptown Contemporary art and design exhibitions ENTERTAINMENT Topgolf University location is closer to the conference FAMILY Carowinds Amusement park with thrilling rides NATURE Lake Norman Scenic waterfront with boating and recreation OUTDOORS Freedom Park Beautiful urban park for relaxation ENTERTAINMENT Victory Lane Racing-themed entertainment venue Whether you're looking for adventure, culture, family fun, or nightlife, Charlotte has something for everyone attending the conference. Join the NSA Conference 2026 If you've been looking for a space where you can be yourself — this is it. Three and a half days. One community. A place where you belong. Get Tickets Conference Scholarships Due to an overwhelming number of scholarship requests, we have reached our scholarship allotment for the 2026 NSA Annual Conference. We are incredibly grateful for the strong interest and for so many community members wanting to be part of this special gathering. Thank you for your understanding, and please know we remain committed to creating connection, support, and community for people who stutter and their families. Help someone else attend Your support helps more people experience this community. Donate Now Stay informed Get updates, announcements, and important conference information. First name* Last name* Email* KEEP ME POSTED Looking Ahead to 2027 We’re already planning something special for 2027. 📍 Scottsdale, Arizona 📅 July 7–11, 2027 Set at the beautiful Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, this future gathering will bring everything you love about the NSA Conference—connection, community, and growth—into a stunning desert setting. Just steps from Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter, you’ll have easy access to restaurants, shops, and entertainment throughout your stay. Whether it’s your first conference or your fifteenth, one thing remains the same: When we come together, no one stutters alone. Want to be the first to hear when 2027 registration opens? Sign up for conference updates Conference Terms & Liability Waiver We’re committed to creating a space where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. As part of that, we ask all attendees to review our conference terms. 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The NSA provides support, resources, and advocacy for people who stutter. Discover connection and community across the nation. If You Stutter, You Are Not Alone 79 Million People Stutter Worldwide The National Stuttering Association believes in a more accepting and understanding world for people who stutter. JOIN OUR COMMUNITY How We Help We’re here for every part of the journey. From Local Chapters to national events, we create spaces where people who stutter feel seen, supported, and proud of who they are. We also raise awareness, educate the public, and help fuel scientific research to shape a better future for our community. LEARN MORE Who We Help We support people who stutter, their families, SLPs, students, educators, and employers, offering resources, support groups, and educational tools. PEOPLE WHO STUTTER FAMILIES SLPs STUDENTS Support The NSA Support isn't one-size-fits-all. Whether you care most about kids finding their voice or adults reclaiming theirs, there's a way to give that feels just right for you. Pick your passion. Fuel the mission. MAKE A DIFFERENCE Find Your People You were never meant to figure this out alone. Our support groups are where life-changing connections happen and stuttering feels a little less heavy. GET CONNECTED MEET THE TEAM Latest Resources Upcoming Events Multiple Dates NSA Women Connect Thu, May 21 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP Multiple Dates NSA Connects en Español Mon, May 25 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP Finding Your Voice at Work: How Mentorship Supports People Who Stutter Thu, May 28 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP Multiple Dates Preparing for the NSA Annual Conference: May Session Thu, May 28 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP Pittsford, NY, Kids Chapter Meeting Wed, Jun 03 Pittsford Community Library MORE INFO LEARN MORE NSA Connects with Healthcare Professionals: Where Care Counts More Than How We Sound Wed, Jun 03 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP Multiple Dates Parents and Caregivers Virtual Chapter Meeting Thu, Jun 04 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP NSA Connects: Plot Twist - My Stutter Was Never The Problem Tue, Jun 09 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP Multiple Dates Sisters Who Stutter Sun, Jun 14 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP Multiple Dates NSA Connects Bil Arabi: Discovering Our Voice Tue, Jun 16 Virtual Event MORE INFO RSVP Load More Featured Videos to Inspire and Educate Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Load More Join Our Community Be the first to hear about events, resources, and community updates. Join our mailing list today. SUBSCRIBE NOW

Active & Previously Approved Stuttering Research Studies The National Stuttering Association (NSA) reviews and approves stuttering-related research studies to help ensure ethical standards, transparency, and respect for people who stutter. This page includes a regularly updated list of active stuttering research studies currently recruiting participants, as well as previously approved studies whose approval periods have concluded. Inclusion on this list indicates that a study has been reviewed by the NSA Research Committee. It does not imply endorsement of specific findings or outcomes. Active Stuttering Research Studies (Currently approved and recruiting participants) RESEARCH TITLE RESEARCHER(S) EXPIRES OratorSync: Exploring the Types, Causes, and Treatments of Stuttering while Developing and Testing AI Tools to Help Mitigate it Ojas Desai (High School Scholar) 12/21/26 Relationship Between Stuttering and Intimate Partner Violence Leah Mumpower 03/08/2027 Coping Flexibility and Psychosocial Well-being of Adults Who Stutter Sadaf Salehi 02/22/2027 Hot and Cool Executive Function of Children Who Do and Do Not Stutter Matt Hopper 02/17/2027 Career Advice Reported by People Who Stutter Samiksha Gaur 02/17/2027 Self-help for stuttering: More than mutual aid Molly Stevenson 02/17/2027 Stuttering and Sleep: Does it Matter? Kenzie Beard 02/17/2027 Neural and Behavioral Error Responses in Adults who Stutter Shogo Honda 02/17/2027 Exploring Adults’ Lived Experiences of Stuttering Through a Trauma-Informed Lens Dr. Naomi Rodgers 02/17/2027 Network Connectivity and Temporal Processing in Adolescents Who Stutter Dr. Shanley Treleaven 2/23/2026 Audiovisual Integration in People Who Stutter Dr. David Jenson 6/22/2026 Systematic client feedback in speech-language treatment Dr. Kerry Ebert 6/5/2026 Development of authentic avatars for clinical education in stuttering Dr. Shelley Brundage 6/5/2026 Social Anxiety, Worry, and the Experience of Stuttering Dr. Seth Tichenor 6/5/2026 Genetic and metabolic bases of developmental stuttering Dr. Joan Orpella 6/22/2026 Linguistic preferences in adults who stutter Dr. Mahmoud Elsherif 10/16/2026 Fluency and Flow Study Dr. Jeanne Nakamura 12/31/2026 If you have any questions about the research process or would like to know more about a specific project, please contact the NSARC Chair Angela Medina, Ph.D., CCC-SLP. Previously Approved Recruitment Projects (2022–2025) (Approval period has ended) Research Title Researcher(s) Approved Until Listener Perception and Childhood Stuttering Haley Warner 5/01/2025 Quantifying Variability in Stuttering in the Real World Dr. J. Scott Yaruss 6/14/2025 Social Network Analysis in Adults Who Stutter Dr. Naomi Rodgers 6/14/2025 Impact of Support Group Conferences on Teens Joy Kling 6/16/2025 AI Accessibility for People Who Stutter Dr. J. Scott Yaruss 6/17/2025 Parent Survey: Preschoolers Who Stutter Ryan Millager 10/22/2025 Real-Time Listener Reactions & Stuttering Courtney Margulis 10/22/2025 Sequencing & Initiation in Speech Production Dr. Frank Guenther 10/22/2025 Hope, Humor & Self-Stigma in Adults Who Stutter Dr. Laura Plexico 10/22/2025 Stuttering Mindsets Megan Arney 10/28/2025 An online compassionate imagery intervention for people who stutter/stammer: A feasibility study Benjamin Farmer 9/30/2025 Rhythm Production and Processing in Children and Adults Who Stutter Janina Boecher 10/22/2024 Exploring Sensorimotor and Interoceptive Awareness in Stuttering Hazel Malcolm 10/22/2024 Multiple Stigmas, Social Identities, and Stuttering Dr. James Mancinelli 10/22/2024 Temporal Processing in Adults Who Stutter Samira Anderson 10/22/2024 Parents of Individuals Who Stutter: Experiences & Stages of Change Sadaf Salehi 10/22/2024 Acknowledging Stuttering with Preschoolers Dr. Cara Singer 10/22/2024 Social Isolation and the Experience of Stuttering Seth Tichenor 10/22/2024 Transitions to Life After High School Dr. Naomi Rodgers 06/22/2024 Migrants to the U.S. Who Stutter Dr. Victoria Reynolds 06/20/2024 Effectiveness of a Mindfulness App Juhee Kim 06/20/2024 Variability in Fluency and Psychological Impact Eddie Brown 06/19/2024 Trait Mindfulness and the Experience of Stuttering Megan Arney 06/19/2024 Anticipation of Stuttering and the PAiS Robert Bies 02/22/2024 Understanding the Experience of Stuttering and Cluttering Dr. J. Scott Yaruss 06/14/2024 Neural Oscillations and Speech Perception in Stuttering Dr. Shanley Treleaven 06/20/2024 What Do People Who Stutter Want From Speech Therapy? Matthew Phillips 07/24/2024 Linguistic and Cognitive Factors in Stuttering Dr. Zoi Gkalitsiou 02/22/2024 Spanish-Language Support Group Study Dr. Angela Medina 02/14/2024 For any questions about research, or to learn more about specific projects, please contact the NSARC Chair Angela Medina, Ph.D., CCC-SLP.

Seeing your experience as a person who stutters reflected back to you in a way that feels joyful and honest can be life-changing. That’s why the National Stuttering Association (NSA) is so excited to announce our collaboration with Willemijn to release special edition NSA art! The artwork, centered around our slogan, “If you stutter, you are not alone,” brings the spirit of the stuttering community to life. It’s not only a visual, but also a reminder that art can be a meaningful outlet for expressing who we are and how we experience the world. 100% of purchase proceeds support the NSA’s mission to create a more understanding world for people who stutter. Creative Process: From Idea to Illustration “I really wanted to capture the joy of the stuttering community, so I chose a colorful and playful style for this illustration,” Willemijn said. “I first drew the tagline in the center and then sketched different characters around it, interacting with each other in a positive way. Some of them are inspired by friends from the community, which makes the art feel more authentic and meaningful.” Willemijn’s process reflects the same sense of connection that the artwork represents. By centering the message first and building outward, she created a world where community quite literally surrounds the idea that no one who stutters is alone on their journey. Symbols of Connection & What She Hopes You Feel “I enjoy playing with the shapes of speech bubbles to show different ways of speaking and stuttering,” Willemijn said. “The intersecting speech bubbles symbolize the connection we can experience through our speech.” These details invite you to look a little closer. The variation in speech bubbles highlights the diversity of communication, while their intersections point to something shared: understanding and community. “When people who stutter look at this artwork, I hope they feel joy or even pride in being part of this community,” she said. “I hope they think of friends they have met, or new friends they might meet in the future.” That sense of possibility of remembering past connections and imagining new ones is at the heart of this artwork. Inspiration Behind the Work “In terms of style, I am inspired by artists who draw in a loose and playful way,” Willemijn said. “I want to convey joy in my work, which I also aimed to do in this piece. The topics that inspire me most are stuttering, mental health, and finding connection. I enjoy creating very personal work and sharing stories from real people. That's why some of the characters in this piece are based on my real friends from the community.” Willemijn’s art is rooted in stories and experiences. That’s what makes this collaboration feel so meaningful. It reflects the community not just in message, but in spirit. This art is designed to meet you wherever you are and is available as a digital bundle, including an 18x24 print, desktop background, and mobile background. Download the digital print from our merch store.

For people who stutter (PWS), there are some days when talking just feels heavy and burdensome. When the words are right there, you know exactly what you want to say, but they just can’t come out. You take a breath, try again, and push through. Speaking is a seemingly small but mighty and courageous act for PWS every single day. But courage doesn’t only live in our voices. Sometimes, it lives in color, movement, music, rhythm, and light. Art. Art gives us the medium to express everything the stuttering experience offers to us—the frustration, pride, humor, hope, and everything in between—in our own time and way. When words feel hard, creativity makes space The great thing about art is that it tells a story without needing fluency. It’s the smooth sound of a brushstroke on canvas, the shuttering of a camera taking a picture of a beautiful sunset, the pause before a chord change. It conveys what speech sometimes just cannot. A painting might show the swirl of thoughts before a block. A dance could portray the release of finally saying your name out loud. A photograph might capture the strength it takes to keep trying. Art lets you show your inner world to others—not to fix stuttering, but to show the person beyond it. “Especially as a teenager, I would turn to art to express myself or explain things about stuttering. I used illustrations and animations to show the adults in my life what my stutter felt like. Sometimes I even used art to try to understand what I was struggling with. Art often helped me share emotions that I didn’t feel comfortable talking about.” — Willemijn Bolks, PWS and comic artist Healing through creativity The process of creating art doesn’t need to be super serious or picture-perfect. It can be messy, funny, loud, or soft. What truly matters is that it’s yours. Many PWS find that art helps release the tension that can sometimes build within themselves and gives their emotions a safe place to live. This can look like sketching during a hard day or writing lyrics that mirror your speech. Either way, creativity can help you process your emotions behind difficult experiences and can even shift how you see yourself. While everyone who stutters stutters differently, you might notice that your stutter has its own rhythm. Maybe the pauses and repetitions have some kind of beat. When you turn that rhythm into something creative, you stop fighting against it. You start working with it. “There was one time when I drew a comic strip for the STAMMA blog that unexpectedly helped me process a stinging memory from high school 30 years prior. The comic strip was about that incident, and it was very hard for me to draw. However, once I finished, I found myself thinking how things would have been different if I had known what I know now about stuttering being okay. The sting instantly disappeared and never came back.” — Daniele Rossi, PWS and creator of Franky Banky comics Art builds connection When you share your art, you share a piece of yourself with the world. And that can have a big impact. Maybe your drawing helps someone realize what anxiety before a presentation feels like. Maybe your short film makes another teen who stutters feel less alone. Or maybe your music helps a PWS find peace in their voice. That’s exactly what community is: not people who all sound and look the same, but people who make space for one another’s differences. “It has been tremendously healing to have other people connect with my art. In the beginning, I made art just for myself to process difficult feelings, such as loneliness. Being able to share those experiences and have people relate to them turned that loneliness into connection. Sharing heavy feelings with others made them a lot lighter!”— Willemijn Bolks Your voice is already art You might not realize it, but the way you speak already has rhythm. The way you navigate a block, the way your breath moves before a prolongation, the way you hold eye contact when you finish a thought—all of it is art. When you create something from that, you take ownership of your story, you decide how it’s told, and you define what strength looks like for you. “Drawing is like communicating without words. And I don’t mean that from the point of view of avoiding speaking. I mean it in a way of communicating with your soul and making a connection through one’s own form of creative expression. For instance, one 10-year-old boy was inspired by a scene I drew where Franky Banky is interviewed on the radio. Stutter and all. The boy took the initiative to give a presentation about stuttering in front of his class that same week! Then once again in front of his whole school! I also enjoy learning from speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and how they use my comics in therapy sessions to generate discussion and to explore feelings and emotions.”— Daniele Rossi Your art matters If you stutter, your voice and art matter. It is part of how the world learns to listen. Everything you create says, this is who I am, this is how I speak, this is how I shine. Those who are doodling in a notebook, recording a song, or filming a short story, your creativity reminds others that stuttering is something to understand, not something to fix. If you’re creating digital art that reflects your experience as a person who stutters, we’d love to see it. Reach out to us anytime if you’re interested in sharing your work with the NSA.