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< Back Previous David Potts Presenter David Potts is a research scientist at the Dow Chemical Company. He is originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is a lifelong stutterer. He received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2018 and his PhD from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2024, both in chemical engineering. His work focuses on developing catalysts to speed up and make chemical reactions more environmentally friendly. David moved to Michigan in 2024 and is a member of the National Stuttering Association East Lansing Chapter. He attended his first Annual Conference in 2025. He is passionate about mentorship, outreach, and making scientific fields more accessible to others who stutter. Next

< Back Previous Christy Cazares Presenter Christy Cazares is a speech-language pathologist and owner of Speak Play Create, based in Southern California. Her approach is family-centered and functional, helping children build skills that carry over into everyday life. Christy is the Chapter Leader of the National Stuttering Association San Diego Family Chapter. She has also been involved with Camp Words Unspoken. Outside of her work, Christy enjoys sunny beach days, yoga, art, and discovering new food spots. Next

Join the Tucson - Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Tucson FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS SOUTHWEST REGION Official NSA Chapter - Arizona State Welcome to the NSA Tucson Family Chapter! The National Stuttering Association’s® motto: If You Stutter, You’re Not Alone®, is what our NSA Chapters are all about! Chapter meetings are open to people who stutter, family members of people who stutter, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and anyone that wants to learn more about stuttering. Feel free to reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) to find out more about our chapter. We hope you will join us! How do you typically meet? In-Person Meetings What age group can attend? Family What languages are spoken? English How much does it cost? Free! Meetings Here is information on the location and schedule of our meetings. Reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) for more information! Where? University of Arizona 1131 E. Second Street Tucson, AZ 85721-0071 When? Monthly meetings are held at 10:30 AM on the following dates: 05/16/2026 06/13/2026 07/11/2026 08/08/2026 09/12/2026 10/10/2026 11/04/2026 12/05/2026 Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Holly Cardinal Chapter Leader Get in touch! nsatucsonfamilychapter@gmail.com 520-400-9037 www.instagram.com/nsatucsonfamilychapter Questions? We know that attending your first NSA Chapter meeting might be a little intimidating so we’ve tried to answer some of your questions! We know once you get there, you’ll be greeted by Chapter Leaders who have been in your shoes before and are happy to welcome you! There was a technical issue on our end. Try again or refresh. Testimonials Read more about the power of chapters and support groups from NSA members themselves! "When I attended my first conference in 2019. I was welcomed into this "stamily" with open arms and haven't left the bear hug since!" Lexi Hewitt Exton, PA Chapter "Other people who stutter are the best sources of support, love, and encouragement on your journey. Don't be afraid to reach out, no matter what stage you're at." Gina Waggott Author, Entrepreneur "This community has helped me rediscover myself as a confident and capable person who stutters." John Ontiveros Lorem, CA Chapter

Meet Ariel Sonn, a valued member of the National Stuttering Association team. Learn more about their role and contributions. Ariel Sonn Director, Community and Engagement Ariel Sonn is the Director of Community & Engagement for the National Stuttering Association and has been part of the NSA community since 2015. A lifelong person who stutters, Ariel has grown from a hesitant young communicator into a fierce advocate for stuttering in the workplace. She previously led the WeStutter@Work Committee and continues to champion confidence, inclusion, and visibility for people who stutter at every career stage. Outside of the NSA, Ariel is a cybersecurity marketing professional and enjoys running, yoga, traveling, and spending time with her husband.

Share your career success story with the NSA. Inspire others by submitting your profile to highlight achievements as a person who stutters. Submit your career profile Thank for your interest in being profiled as a person who stutters achieving career success. It’s stories like yours that help highlight the impact people who stutter are having in the workplace. Please fill out the following form by answering each question. Concise and thoughtful answers are appreciated . * First name * Last name * Pronouns She/Her He/Him They/Them Prefer not to answer Other * Email Phone LinkedIn profile URL * City | State * Employer Employer website * Job title * Please briefly describe your daily job duties * What is the most challenging part of your job as a person who stutters? * What are your long-term career aspirations? * Did you self-disclose your stuttering during the hiring process? If so, how did you do it? How do you currently disclose your stuttering to unsuspecting co-workers, clients, and/or customers? * What is your proudest moment at your current company? (Does not have to be related to stuttering.) * What are some of the proudest moments in your life that have nothing to do with “perfect speech,” but everything to do with resilience or character? Please describe how stuttering makes you a better, more valued contributor at work. * What’s your best advice for people who stutter just entering the workplace and those in a career striving to achieve greater success? * Please upload a current photo Upload File Due to the number of responses we receive, not every profile will be chosen to be shared on the NSA’s website and/or social media. You will be contacted if your profile is selected to be shared by the NSA. SUBMIT

Provide an update on your Graduate Student Research Award project for the NSA community. Summarize your recent research findings and their impact on stuttering in clear, accessible language to help inform and inspire. GSRA Research Update: Sharing Your Impact on Stuttering The National Stuttering Association is gathering updates from Graduate Student Research Award (GSRA) projects to share with our community. These summaries highlight recent findings, their impact, and the progress being made in stuttering research. Please write your answers in accessible, non-technical language so all of our community can understand the real-world impact of your work. About You First name* Last name* Your title* Email* Your place of employment * About the Project A short recap of your original GSRA project (year awarded, main question you set out to answer, and why it’s important)* The population or participants you studied (e.g., children, adults, families, clinicians)* The methods you used (in plain language)* Recent Findings What new results or insights have you discovered?* How do these findings add to what was previously known about stuttering?* Were there any surprising or unexpected results?* Impact and Application How might your findings help people who stutter, their families, or professionals who support them?* Are your results already being applied in practice or inspiring further research?* Do your findings suggest changes in how we think about treatment, support, or education?* Current Status and Next Steps Have you published or presented your findings? If so, where?* Are you continuing this line of research, expanding it, or moving into a related area?* What’s the next big question you hope to answer?* Other A recent photo of yourself or your research team* Upload Photos Any relevant charts, infographics, or images we could adapt for a general audience* Upload Links to publications, conference presentations, or media coverage * SUBMIT

Join the NSA Young Adults Committee. Submit your application to connect, lead, and make an impact in the stuttering community. Sorry, but this form is now closed. DEI Committee Application Thank you for your interest in serving on the NSA Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee. Please complete the application below as thoroughly as possible. Fields marked with * are required. Applications close October 1st, 2025. * First name * Last name * Email * Address * Do you stutter? Yes No * How many NSA conferences have you attended? Are you able to attend regular virtual meetings with the committee? Occurring every 1 or 2 months, with more frequent monthly meetings occurring closer to the conference. * What Is Your Availability? Yes, I am available No, I am not available * Are you currently involved with a local NSA Chapter? Yes No Experience & Expertise * Please describe any personal experience, professional expertise, or areas of knowledge that you believe would benefit the NSA DEI Committee and our programs. Your Interest in the DEI Committee * Why are you interested in joining the NSA DEI Committee? * What ideas do you have for workshops, panels, or social activities that could strengthen the DEI experience at our Annual Conference? (You may also share the types of sessions or activities you would personally like to attend.) * What ideas do you have for building connection and encouraging interaction among members throughout the year (outside of the conference)? Additional Materials (Optional) If you would like, please upload supporting materials that highlight your experience (e.g., resume, newsletter article, published work, etc.). * File upload Upload File (Accepted file types: .doc, .pdf, .png, .jpg | Max. size: 10 MB) SUBMIT

Propose a workshop for the NSA 2026 Conference. Share practical tools, research, or lived experience that supports people who stutter and the professionals who serve them. Call for Workshops: 2026 Annual Conference Help shape the Annual Conference in Charlotte Every summer, our Annual Conference becomes a place where people who stutter take center stage to be heard and valued. And this July, we’re heading to Charlotte, North Carolina —and we want you to help shape what happens there. We invite you to submit a proposal for consideration. Workshops are a core part of the experience and reflect the creativity, lived experience, research, advocacy, and leadership within our community. All workshop proposals must include: Title of the proposed workshop Summary or description of the workshop Target audience Preferred day and time Names of all presenters (including panelists or roundtable participants) Short presenter bios (3-4 sentences each) A headshot or profile photo for each presenter (JPEG preferred) Workshops come in many forms: educational, personal, practical, creative, and/or community-driven. What matters most is that they move people forward and reflect the voices and lived experiences that make this community what it is. The final submission deadline is Sunday, March 1 . Proposals will be accepted for only one month. If you’ve ever had an idea you wished was represented during the Annual Conference, this is your time! Sorry, but this form is now closed. Workshop Submission Form 2026 Presenter Information (if you are submitting as a panel, you must provide ALL presenter info together). Main Presenter Name* Main Presenter Bio* Provide a bio, written in third person and no longer than 150 words, to be included in the program. Main Presenter Email* Main Presenter Social Media Handles We’d love to highlight you on social media leading up to the conference! Please share your social media handles (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) if you’re comfortable being tagged. If you prefer not to be tagged, that’s perfectly fine too. Main Presenter Headshot* Upload Headshot Please upload a current photo of the main presenter. This photo will be included in the official conference program. Next

Join the NSA Young Adults Committee. Submit your application to connect, lead, and make an impact in the stuttering community. Young Adults Committee Application We are seeking Young Adults who stutter to apply to serve on our NSA Young Adult Planning and Organizing Committee. The duties of a Young Adults Committee member include, but are not limited to: Being inclusive to all people no matter their age, color, national origin, citizenship status, fluency, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression. ‘Inclusive’ means to reasonably treat all others with respect and dignity, without regard to immutable characteristics. Attending the National Stuttering Association (NSA) Annual Conference. Exceptions to this rule may be granted for good cause shown by the Committee member. Interacting with various groups and individuals as a part of the NSA and in accordance with the NSA’s mission. Having access to email, Google Hangouts, Zoom, and Facebook. Attending virtual committee meetings, when prior notice is given by the Committee Chair. Assisting in the creation and execution of Young Adults workshops and social events for the NSA Annual Conference. Sharing the responsibility of leading various Young Adult workshops and social events at the Annual Conference. Assisting in the maintenance of the NSA Young Adult Facebook group, which requires frequently posting reviewed articles/videos and other materials and discussion topics. Sharing the responsibility of leading virtual Young Adult sessions. Collaborating and following through with other committee members on fundraising ideas/efforts. Prompt, efficient, and respectful communication with the Committee Chair and other NSA Staff, Board members, and personnel. Please note that committee members serve a one-year volunteer term that runs from September to August. Substantial compliance with the above written guidelines will presumptively entitle the Committee member to a term renewal, except that Committee members always serve at the non-reviewable discretion of the Committee Chair, the Executive Director of the NSA, and ultimately the NSA Board of Directors, in ascending order of authority. This is a strictly volunteer position. Interested applicants should complete all sections of this application to be considered for a volunteer position on the Young Adult Committee. Application submissions close on February 23, 2026. Young Adults Committee Application * First name * Last name * Address * Email * Do you live in the United States? Yes No * What is your relationship to stuttering? I am a person who stutters I am an ally / family member I am a professional (SLP, researcher, etc.) Other * Are you currently able to commit 2-4 hours per month to the committee based on the aforementioned responsibility? Yes, I have capacity to participate regularly I have limited capacity at this time No, I am not able to commit at this time How are you currently engaged with the National Stuttering Association? (Check all that apply) Annual Conference Local chapter Virtual programs Social media / online community New to NSA Personal Experience / Expertise * Please describe any personal, professional, or advocacy experience that may benefit the NSA Young Adult Committee. Interest in Young Adult Committee * Why do you feel now is a good time for you to serve on the Young Adult Committee? Suggested Workshops & Activities * What ideas from workshops to social activities do you have that will improve the Young Adult experience at our Annual Conference? What workshops or activities would YOU like to attend? Building Community * What ideas do you have for encouraging interaction among all NSA Young Adults throughout the year? Relevant Materials to Upload If you have any about your experience (resume, newsletter/news article, etc.) that you would like to share, please do! (You can attach .doc, .pdf, .png, and .jpg files) * File upload Upload File Accepted file types: doc, pdf, png, jpg, Max. file size: 10 MB. SUBMIT

Submit the screening form for When I Stutter, a powerful film about stuttering and its impact on lives worldwide. When I Stutter Documentary Director: John Gomez 2017 This powerful documentary delves into the profound emotional impact that stuttering has on a diverse group of individuals. Watch The Trailer Host a Screening NSA Chapter Leaders have a unique opportunity to host a special screening of WHEN I STUTTER, an award-winning documentary, to raise awareness about stuttering and support fundraising efforts for their local NSA Chapter. Before submitting your request, please review the WHEN I STUTTER Step-by-Step Screening Guide. This guide provides essential instructions for hosting a screening, from selecting a screening partner and venue to effectively marketing the event. Plan for an event that lasts approximately two hours, including both the screening and a panel discussion featuring NSA chapter members. To ensure a successful event, please schedule your screening at least 7 weeks in advance of submitting the form below. 'When I Stutter' Screening Form * Chapter Leader First name * Chapter Leader Last name * Email * Phone * NSA Chapter Name * I have read the WHEN I STUTTER Step-by-Step Screening Guide? Yes No * Date of Movie Screening * Time of Movie Screening * Location of Movie Screening (complete address) * Movie Screening Partner [NOTE: Screening Partner must be a College/University Speech Disorders Clinic, local Non-Profit, local Disability Rights organization, or something similar.] * Screening Partner Contact Name * Screening Partner Email * Screening Partner Phone SUBMIT

Apply for financial assistance to attend the 2026 National Stuttering Association Conference. Partial scholarships available through the Liben Family Fund. Deadline: May 15, 2026. Apply for Financial Assistance to Attend the NSA Annual Conference 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. Conference scholarship applications opening soon. Check back for details. First name* Last name* Birthday* Month Month Day Year Email* Phone* Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* Occupation* I am a: (Check all that apply)* Person who stutters Guardian of a child who stutters Graduate speech-language pathology student Speech-language pathologist Other How did you hear about our conference scholarship?* Next

Have questions or need support? Contact the National Stuttering Association today for assistance, resources, and community connections. We're here to help, listen, and connect you with the resources you need. Get in touch Mailing Address National Stuttering Association 3261 Richmond Ave #119 Staten Island, NY 10312 Phone (800) WE-STUTTER (800) 937-8888 Email info@WeStutter.org Need immediate support? While we are not a crisis line, we can connect you with local chapters and resources. If you are in crisis, please call or text 988. We would love to hear from you! If you are a person who stutters, a speech therapist, a family member of a child or adult who stutters—or if you just have questions about stuttering—we want to hear from you! * How can we support you today? Find a Chapter near me Information for Person who Stutters (PWS) Information for Parent/Caregiver of a Person who Stutters Add me to the NSA Email - Keep me Informed! Something else (Select all that apply) * First name * Last name * Email What is your home city? * Your City What state (or country) do you live in? * Your State How Did You Hear About the NSA? Friend/Family Member Local Event Email Social Media Speech Therapist Other (Please select one) Anything else you’d like us to know? Would you like someone from our team to reach out to you personally? Yes, please contact me No, just send info I would like to receive emails from the National Stuttering Association. SUBMIT