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Join the College Station - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. College Station ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS CENTRAL SOUTH REGION Official NSA Chapter - Texas State Welcome to the NSA College Station 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? Larry J. Ringer Library – 1818 Harvey Mitchell Pkwy South, College Station, Texas 77845 When? Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 6:00-8:00PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Stephen Sorensen, Yasser Ibrahim & Robert Eads Chapter Leaders Get in touch! stephenwsorensen@gmail.com (979) 776-0560 - 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

Meet Sarah Onofri, a valued member of the National Stuttering Association team. Learn more about their role and contributions. Sarah Onofri Family Programs Coordinator Family Chapter Coordinator Sarah Onofri has been involved in the NSA since 2006. She is the NSA Family Programs Coordinator, and is a co-leader of both the NSA Boston Adult Chapter and Family Chapter. She teaches English as a Second Language at an elementary school.

Learn how Corinne King,a person who stutters, achieved career success. Get inspired by their journey. Director of Events & Business Development Corinne King Indianapolis, IN Director of Events & Business Development Circle City Athletics Briefly describe your daily job duties. I am responsible for managing our events, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships. Circle City Athletics is the premier provider of social leagues and events for adults in Indianapolis. As a person who stutters, share the most challenging part of your job. I am a closeted stutterer. The majority of people who know me do not know that I stutter frequently. It can be frustrating as I am constantly navigating around words, avoiding specific words and concerned people (including me) will not have the patience for when I communicate. I overthink almost every interaction – like saying bye to a colleague or providing them the number of participants. What are your long-term career aspirations? My long-term career aspirations are to make a noticeable impact in the company and be a great resource to the community. Did you self-disclose your stuttering during the job hiring process? I have only disclosed my stuttering to a handful of people and these people are not my coworkers. Recently, I have considered disclosing my stutter as it has consumed a lot of brain capacity while I am speaking or planning to speak. I believe disclosing my stutter to everyone would be a weight off my shoulders. What is your proudest moment at your current company? My proudest moment is knowing that everyday I can make a difference in our community – while we are a small team, we are mighty and serve over 25,000 people in Indianapolis. Describe how stuttering makes you a better, more valued contributor at work. As someone who stutters, I am more aware and considerate of my surroundings and people who may have unique abilities. Stuttering has taught me how to be strategic and a great problem solver. What’s your best advice for people who stutter just entering the workplace and for those in a career striving to achieve greater success? My best advice to be patient with yourself and consider disclosing your stutter with colleagues (especially if you are a closeted stutterer). Recently, I was upset about how I spend a lot of energy communicating and wishing I was more introverted. To lift my spirits, I decided to research famous people who stutter and I learned Ed Sheeran stutters. It is encouraging to learn how people who stutter can accomplish so much – we might just need to be a bit more strategic in how we approach our goals!

Join the Fort Myers - Adult & Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Fort Myers ADULT AND FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS SOUTHEAST REGION Official NSA Chapter - Florida State Welcome to the NSA Fort Myers 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 and 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? Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road Room A (LK) Fort Myers, FL 33919 When? Meetings are held at Lakes Regional Library, 3rd Wednesday at 6 PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Adriana Richardson Chapter Leader Get in touch! SWFLstuttercommunity@gmail.com (239) 200-5611 - 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

Meet Tatum Machnica, a valued member of the National Stuttering Association team. Learn more about their role and contributions. Tatum Machnica Young Adults Committee Tatum was born, raised, and currently resides in Huntsville, AL. She received her Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering and her Masters degree in Systems Engineering from the University of Alabama (Roll Tide!) She currently works for a government contracting company, providing Systems Engineering support to the Army. Tatum’s passion is supporting the warfighter and she enjoys the hands on approach that engineering provides. When she’s not working or hanging out with friends you can find her teaching Pure Barre, attending HIIT classes, cycling, running, reading, or traveling with her husband. Tatum’s first NSA conference was in 2018, where the NSA community quickly became family. She is so grateful and excited to serve on the NSA Young Adults Committee.

Join the Washington, DC - Family stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Washington, DC FAMILY CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS MID-ATLANTIC REGION Official NSA Chapter - District of Columbia Welcome to the NSA Washington, DC 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? Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001, United States When? 3rd Sunday of the Month 3:30 pm Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Jocelin Fewx & Mandy Rodstrom Chapter Leaders Get in touch! DCFamNSA@gmail.com (503) 822-8329 https://westutter.org/chapter/washington-dc-family/ 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 NSA college scholarships designed to support students who stutter. Learn about eligibility and application deadlines. THE KRISHNAN AND YEGNESWARAN FAMILY College Scholarship Financial support for college students who stutter Apply for the Scholarship Check Eligibility About the Scholarship The Krishnan and Yegneswaran Family College Scholarship provides financial assistance to college students who stutter, supporting their educational goals while advancing the mission of the National Stuttering Association. This scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate academic commitment, leadership potential, and a connection to the stuttering community. Who Is Eligible You may apply if you: Are a person who stutters Are pursuing higher education (college, university, or vocational school) Are enrolled or planning to enroll for the upcoming academic year Demonstrate financial need Show interest in advocacy, leadership, or community engagement Additional considerations Applicants from all fields of study are welcome Preference may be given to applicants engaged in stuttering-related advocacy or community involvement Minimum GPA requirement: 3.0 or higher The scholarship committee reserves the right to adjust eligibility criteria as necessary, and all decisions made by the committee are final. Application Requirements Scholarship recipients are chosen based on: Academic commitment and achievement Passion for advocacy and raising awareness about stuttering Financial need Potential impact of the scholarship on educational success How Recipients Are Selected To apply, you’ll need: A completed application form Proof of current enrollment An essay sharing your stuttering journey, goals, and how this scholarship will support your education Official academic transcripts Two letters of recommendation: One academic or professional reference One mentor, coach, or community leader Proof of financial need (FAFSA or equivalent documentation) Application Timeline Applications open: October 31, 2025 Application deadline: November 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM ET Recipients announced: December 15, 2025 Award Details Two scholarships of $5,000 each Funds are disbursed directly to the recipient’s school account Ready to Apply? For more information and to apply, visit the KYFCS Application page . Should you have any inquiries, please contact us at Info@WeStutter.org .

< Back Heather Barboza Speaker Heather Barboza is the mother of Julian (Juju) Barboza, who has stuttered since he first learned to speak. She also has a daughter, Liani. They live in Mount Pleasant, TX, which is known as the trailer and chicken factory capital of the world. This will be her son’s first time attending an NSA conference. Ever since he discovered that these events exist, he’s been incredibly interested. Their town is small, and resources are very limited. Fortunately, Heather has connected with several people in the stuttering community who have been incredibly supportive. Being able to attend this conference and be part of it will be such a blessing and a valuable experience for us. Previous Next

< Back DaVon Camp Speaker DaVon B. Camp was born and raised in Washington, DC, and currently serves in a senior-level director role in his profession. In addition to being a mentor and stuttering advocate, he’s a husband and father of four children. DaVon was diagnosed as a person who stutters at the age of seven and spent much of his life feeling alone and ashamed of his stuttering. It wasn’t until DaVon found the National Stuttering Association at age thirty-five, that he finally accepted his stuttering, turned it into his biggest strength, and no longer considered his stuttering a weakness. DaVon’s purpose in life is to show his son, who also stutters - and all people who stutter - that confidence and stuttering, two words that are never mentioned together, can co-exist. Previous Next

Join the Albuquerque - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Albuquerque ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS SOUTHWEST REGION Official NSA Chapter - New Mexico State Welcome to the NSA Albuquerque 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? UNM Department of Speech and Hearing Services (1700 Lomas Boulevard Albuquerque, NM 87106) When? Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month at 6:30PM Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Rick Arenas Chapter Leader Get in touch! RickArenas@unm.edu (319) 936-1287 - 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 Columbus - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Columbus ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS CENTRAL NORTH REGION Official NSA Chapter - Ohio State Welcome to the NSA Columbus 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? Florin Coffee (874 Oakland Park Avenue Columbus, OH 43224). *Florin Coffee is not open to the public during this meeting time, and is only accessible to those attending the chapter meetings. When? Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month from 7:00-8:00PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Dan Samson & Alex Girvin Chapter Leaders Get in touch! dasamson@yahoo.com , alex.girvin@gmail.com - - 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