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Join the Orlando - Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Orlando FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS SOUTHEAST REGION Official NSA Chapter - Florida State Welcome to the NSA Orlando 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? Meetings are held around the Orlando area. When? Meetings are held quarterly. Please contact the Chapter Leader for more information. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Evin Schneider Chapter Leader Get in touch! evin@rkschneider.us (407) 232-0466 - 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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

< Back DEI Committee Spotlight: Julie Marshall — Building a More Inclusive NSA, One Voice at a Time For Julie Marshall, advocacy has always been second nature. As a speech-language pathologist, she’s worked with people who stutter across all ages and stages of life—always focusing on what matters most: their individual goals. Julie has long relied on the National Stuttering Association's resources and community. Now, as a proud member of the DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Committee, she’s helping ensure that the NSA continues to grow into a space where all people who stutter feel welcome, represented, and empowered. “The NSA is a community where stuttering is celebrated. I joined the DEI Committee to help foster inclusion and promote equity.” The DEI Committee works to support underrepresented groups in the NSA—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQAI+ individuals, and multilingual speakers—while promoting diverse representations of stuttering throughout the organization. Julie is especially proud of continuing a weekly adult support group in honor of the late Dr. Walt Manning, a beloved leader and mentor in the stuttering community. “It’s a privilege to carry forward a space that offers connection and growth. I know Walt would be proud.” Her advice to newcomers? “You are welcome and accepted — wherever you are on your journey.” Get to know Julie: Favorite ice cream: Salted Caramel Favorite show: Ted Lasso Karaoke go-to: Anything by The Mavericks Pet: Phoenix, her 14-year-old mixed rescue pup Fun fact: She sings jazz on weekends! Dream vacation: Australia Julie’s voice and vision are helping the NSA grow into a more inclusive, connected, and diverse community—and we are so grateful for all she brings to the table. Thank you, Julie! Previous Next

Learn how John Finn,a person who stutters, achieved career success. Get inspired by their journey. Chief Scientific Advisor (CSO) John Finn Briefly describe your daily job duties. As the CSO of Tome, the Programmable Genomic Integration (PGI) company, I sit on the executive leadership team and lead a team of ~90 scientists in the Research and Development group. My daily job duties include A LOT of meetings! 1:1 meetings with my team members, small or large internal meetings, meetings with potential investors or partners. I also attend conferences and will be giving public presentations over the course of this next year. My primary role is to direct the science at Tome and make sure that we are on track towards turning our gene editing platform into life-changing medicines for patients in need. I spend a lot of time not only managing the science, but also the people involved in this highly collaborative, cross functional effort. As a person who stutters, share the most challenging part of your job. The most challenging part of my job is the unpredictability of my fluency. I have good days and bad days, and it is hard to tell how my fluency will be on any given day. I have learned to introduce myself and my stutter before every meeting or presentation as I find that this not only takes the pressure off of me, but it lets the listener focus more on what I am saying as opposed to wondering what is going on and if I am ok. I also find public speaking very challenging, whether it is talking in front of the whole company at an all-hands meeting, (140 people), or giving presentations at conferences. What are your long-term career aspirations? I am very grateful that I am already have my dream job! I have been working in the field of gene and cell therapy for almost 25 years and this opportunity at Tome, to not only work with such an amazing team, but use ground breaking technology to develop medicine for sick patients, is what I have been waiting for my entire career. Did you self-disclose your stuttering during the job hiring process? If so, how did you do it and how do you currently disclose your stuttering to unsuspecting co-workers, clients and or customers? I almost always disclose my stutter. Over the years, I have found that people appreciate when I am upfront about my stutter. I usually say something like “As you may be able to tell, I have a stutter. It can take me a bit longer to say what I want to say, but don’t worry, everything is fine, this is just the way that I talk. If you ever don’t understand me, please ask me to repeat myself. ” I sometimes will also mention that my brothers stutter, so that people can understand that there is a strong genetic component to stuttering. What is your proudest moment at your current company? My proudest moment happened right before our company was about to open our next round of financing. We had to raise a lot of money and I did not have any experience with pitching to investors. I was not sure how the Leadership Team (LT) at Tome felt about my stuttering and whether this would potentially hurt our chances by turning away investors. We had a very open conversation about my fluency with the whole LT and while it was a very difficult topic for me to bring up, I left the meeting feeling completely supported by the LT and empowered to represent my research team and highlight the incredible progress they have made. Fast forward a year later, I played a part in probably over 100 meetings with investors and we ended up having a very successful fundraise . It was the incredibly supportive attitude of the LT and their willingness to have a hard conversation about stuttering that I am most proud of. Describe how stuttering makes you a better, more valued contributor at work. I think stuttering has given me more empathy for others and I think it also helps people connect with me on a personal level. There is a certain level of authenticity that comes with being who you are and this resonates with people. What’s your best advice for people who stutter just entering the workplace and for those in a career striving to achieve greater success? Be yourself! I would also advocate self-disclosing in as many situations as you can. Spend time learning about yourself and factors that affect your fluency (for example, certain things that help with me are getting enough sleep, not eating a big meal right before a presentation, and daily supplementation with B1 vitamin). Try not to limit yourself out of fear. And always remember, after a hard day (whether it is fluency related or not), this too shall pass!

< Back Erica Millin Speaker Erica is a sophomore in highschool studying within a Global Ecology Magnet program. Erica is a person who stutters and has benefited from the stuttering community since the age of 18 months old. Erica is a confident communicator who enjoys advocating for others. Erica is a varsity swimmer and cross-country runner, and also loves Ceramics. Erica is interested in a future career in medicine focused on neurodiversity and neurology. Previous Next

Join the Lansing - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Lansing ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS CENTRAL NORTH REGION Official NSA Chapter - Michigan State Welcome to the NSA Lansing 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? Adult 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? MSU Oyer Speech and Hearing Building – 1026 Red Cedar Road (Room 101) East Lansing, Michigan 48824 When? Meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:30PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Jia Bin Chapter Leader Get in touch! binjia@msu.edu (248) 880-7552 - 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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

Join the Washington, DC - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Washington DC ADULT CHAPTER HYBRID MEETINGS MID-ATLANTIC REGION Official NSA Chapter - DC State Welcome to the NSA Washington, DC Adult 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? Hybrid Meetings What age group can attend? Adult 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? Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library – 901 G St NW (4th Floor) Washington, DC 20001 When? Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7:30PM. Virtual meetings are held every third month of the year. Please contact the Chapter Leader to confirm meeting details prior to attending. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Tim Flynn & Aidan Marshall-Cort Chapter Leaders Get in touch! twflynn1@gmail.com , aidanmarshallcort@gmail.com (301) 787-0316 - 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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

Join the Kansas City - Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Kansas City FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS CENTRAL SOUTH REGION Official NSA Chapter - Kansas State Welcome to the NSA Kansas City 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? Chicken N Pickle (The Fireside Room) 5901 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66223 When? Meetings are held on the 4th Monday of each month at 6:30PM Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Stacey Nierman, Andrea Burcham, Amy Burns Chapter Leaders Get in touch! ksfamilynsa@gmail.com (620) 655-7946 https://westutter.org/chapter/overland-park/ 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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

< Back DEI Committee Speakers Founded in the summer of 2023, the DEI Committee is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable environment for all people who stutter. While stuttering unites us as a community, we recognize that intersectional identities, structural inequities, historical underrepresentation, and individual lived experiences shape how each person navigates life with a stutter. This committee represents an explicit commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in the stuttering community. Previous Next

Join the Dallas - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Dallas - Adult ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS CENTRAL SOUTH REGION Official NSA Chapter - Texas State Welcome to the NSA Dallas Adult 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? Adult 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? Callier Center for Communication Disorders – 1966 Inwood at Stemmons Freeway (I-35) near Parkland Hospital (follow signage for room number) When? Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM. We also meet for “Chat ‘n Chew” informal gatherings where we discuss a variety of topics, including stuttering while eating good food. Reach out to the Chapter Leaders for more information. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Sufian Hammad & Ashley Dodd Chapter Leaders Get in touch! DallasStutters@gmail.com - https://www.facebook.com/NSADallas 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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

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 Grateful to our community donors, Liben Family Fund, and our supporters, we’re determined that financial barriers will not prevent anyone from attending our Conference. However, funds are limited, and with increasing applications, those facing hardships are urged to apply. Fine Print : We are unable to offer full scholarships , and funds may run out. Scholarships are only available to those within the United States, and we are unable to assist with obtaining a Visa. Submit your application by 5 PM ET on May 15, 2026 . 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

Join the Southampton - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Southampton ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS NORTHEAST REGION Official NSA Chapter - New York State Welcome to the NSA Southampton 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? Adult 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? Stony Brook University (Atlantic Hall Conference Room) – 39 Tuckahoe Road, Southampton, NY 11968 When? Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month from 5:00-6:00PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Renee Fabus & Joy Kling Chapter Leaders Get in touch! joy.kling@stonybrook.edu (631) 638-0502 - 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! ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. 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

Follow the NSA on social media for updates, resources, and stuttering awareness campaigns. Join the conversation today. Join the Conversation Social media is a preeminent way to connect with others instantly both locally and across the globe. The National Stuttering Association offers a variety of ways to connect with others online to discuss the various aspects of stuttering, seek the advice of professionals or others in your situation, or simply make new friends who stutter or catch up with old friends. Connect over the internet with others who know how you feel. Groups get to know each other by asking questions, discussing tough issues and finding answers to questions. Facebook This is the first stop (after this website!) to find information about stuttering and to connect with other PWS and professionals. Check out photos of stuttering events, catch up with friends, old and new, and see what’s going on in the world of stuttering and the NSA in real time! Instagram Browse through the latest graphics and images showing what the NSA is up to, and all about! LinkedIn Stay up to date with the NSA’s career resources on LinkedIn. You’ll be informed about upcoming webinars, career profiles, practice interview resources, and more. Have a career success story you want to share? Write a post and tag us – we love celebrating your wins! YouTube The NSA YouTube channel is the place to view videos from our NSA’ers, staff, board members, and supporters related to stuttering. Mailing List Sign up for the free National Stuttering Association mailing list to receive the latest in news, events, store discounts, research and more regarding stuttering and the NSA. This is the primary mode of direct communication the members of the stuttering community. NSA Parents Facebook Group The NSA Parents Facebook group is a closed, moderated group open only to the parents of kids, ‘tweens, and teens who stutter. This group offers parents a safe environment in which to share stories and trials, seek advice, and gain support from other parents of kids who stutter. Those interested in joining must answer the required entry questions, and will be vetted. NSA Chapter Leaders This is a closed, moderated group is open only to NSA Chapter Leaders and serves as a place for them to connect, share ideas and stay in the loop! You can ask questions, start a discussion or share information about your chapter that other CLs may benefit from. NSA Teens Facebook Group The NSA Teens Facebook group is a closed, moderated group open only to teens (ages 13-17) who stutter to have a safe environment in which to share stories and trials, seek advice, and gain support from other teens who stutter. Those interested in joining must answer the required entry questions, and will be vetted. NSA Young Adults The NSA Young Adults Facebook group is a closed, moderated group open to 20- and 30-somethings who stutter to have a safe environment in which to share stories and trials, seek advice, and gain support from others who stutter. Those interested in joining must answer the required entry questions, and will be vetted. NSA Military Support The NSA Military Support group is for current and former military personnel to talk to each other and to give and get advice and support about stuttering. For more information on or to join any of these groups, click on the group name above. All groups are moderated closely by NSA staff to maintain a safe environment for discussion. Bullying, abuse, harassment, and outside sales/solicitation will not be tolerated in any of our groups, and the offending member will be removed without prior warning. For questions, comments, or to report any abuse within a group or page, please email the NSA Communications Coordinator .