Meet Sarah Onofri, a valued member of the National Stuttering Association team. Learn more about their role and contributions. Sarah Onofri Family Programs 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.

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! What are NSA Local Chapters? Local chapters are the heartbeat of the NSA — powerful spaces where you can meet others, share experiences, and feel supported. Whether you’re an adult who stutters or part of a family navigating stuttering together, we have a chapter for you. Learn more about NSA Chapters and find a meeting close to home! Read more about NSA Chapters and plan to attend a meeting near you! What does a local NSA chapter do? Our purpose is to provide information, advocacy and mutual support for people who stutter, their families, and speech-language pathologists (SLPs). Come join us and experience the NSA’s motto in action: If You Stutter, You’re Not Alone®. How can I find a local NSA chapter? You can find a local NSA chapter by using the chapter locator on our website. Simply enter your location to find the nearest chapter and contact details. Visit our Chapter Locator to find a chapter near you. What happens at an NSA meeting? Your Chapter Leader may prepare a topic for the meeting or might open the floor for discussion and see where things go. Some chapters may also host social events outside of the traditional chapter meeting. The magic of the NSA is just being among other people who stutter, building connections, and having fun while doing it! NSA Chapters give people who stutter, their families and SLPs, a chance to connect and have fun-filled experiences together! Who attends an NSA Chapter? People of all ages who stutter, along with their family and friends, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and anyone interested in stuttering, are welcome at our chapters! Do you need to RSVP before joining an NSA chapter meeting? You do not need to RSVP, but it is a good idea to let the Chapter Leader know you’re coming. That helps them welcome you and makes your first visit a little easier. Do you offer virtual chapter meetings? Several NSA chapters now meet virtually, making it easy to join from wherever you are. On our Chapter Locator page, you can filter by meeting type and look specifically for virtual or hybrid chapters. When you find one that fits your needs, simply reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) for details on how to join their next meeting. We’d love to welcome you into the community. Don’t see an answer to your question? Email us at info@westutter.org How do I start a local NSA chapter? If you’re interested in starting a chapter, we’d love to hear from you. The NSA can help you understand what’s involved and what support is available. Please reach out to us at info@westutter.org to get started. How do I start a local NSA chapter? Starting a chapter is a great way to build community close to home. Email us at info@westutter.org and we’ll connect you with the guidance and resources you need to get started. You do not have to do it alone. How can I start a new NSA chapter in my area? Starting a chapter begins with reaching out to the NSA so we can help you get set up. We’ll walk you through the next steps, share helpful materials, and support you as you build a welcoming community for people who stutter and their families. 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 Previous Nihar Mahapatra Presenter Nihar Mahapatra, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at Michigan State University. His research interests include computer architecture & VLSI and parallel and high-performance computing. In these areas, he has published more than 50 papers in leading refereed journals, conferences, and workshops, and has also contributed invited papers. Nihar is the PI of the HeardAI project. Next

< Back Previous Tim Flynn Presenter Tim Flynn stutters with the best of them and has been a part of the NSA somewhere between forever and an eternity. He grew up in the Washington D.C. area and currently works as a speech pathologist in Arlington, VA. Tim is the co-chapter leader of the Washington D.C. chapter. He has published multiple studies measuring and altering stuttering stereotypes. He is an active and passionate member of the stuttering community and has presented multiple workshops for NSA and other conferences over the years. In his spare time, Tim enjoys living his best bro life in the gym, eating food erasing any gym progress, and finding humor in everyday life. Next

< Back Previous Cameron Joyce Presenter Cameron Joyce is from Charlotte, North Carolina, and currently lives there with his wife, Avery, and works as a senior associate at JPMorgan. He studied economics and computer science at Wofford College and is pursuing a graduate degree in AI at UT Austin. He’s served on the National Stuttering Association’s (NSA) Young Adult Committee since 2022, leads the NSA Charlotte Chapter, and enjoys mentoring people who stutter, as well as mountain biking, beekeeping, and Formula 1. Next

Meet Andrew Bowers, a valued member of the National Stuttering Association team. Learn more about their role and contributions. Andrew Bowers Advocacy & Education Co-Chair Andrew is a person who stutters and a Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in school-based therapy, in addition to training and mentoring other Speech Therapists. Since 2008, he has been an active member of the National Stuttering Association (NSA). His contributions include helping to develop the Young Adults Program for NSA Conferences and previously serving on the NSA Special Projects Committee. Locally, he held the position of Adult Chapter Leader in Dallas, TX, for five years. Beyond his work with the NSA, Andrew leads several global online support groups on Reddit and Discord. Residing in the Dallas, TX area, Andrew lives with his wife and two children. He enjoys adventuring with his daughters, playing board games and role-playing games, and empowering individuals who stutter worldwide. Term began June 2024

< Back Previous Hayley Stuckey Presenter Hayley Stuckey is a Pre-Business student at Brigham Young University. She is in her third term on the Teen Advisory Council and is one of the Co-Presidents of Sisters Who Stutter. Charlotte will be her fourth Annual Conference and she’s excited to see friends and meet new ones. In August, Hayley is leaving on an 18-month mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Next

Join the Charlotte - Adult stuttering support group. Connect with others, share experiences, and access resources through the National Stuttering Association. Charlotte ADULT CHAPTER IN-PERSON MEETINGS SOUTHEAST REGION Official NSA Chapter - North Carolina State Welcome to the NSA Charlotte 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? As we search for our new long-term home for meetings, our October 14th gathering will be held at Independence Regional Library: 📍 Independence Regional Library 6000 Conference Drive Charlotte, NC 28212 https://www.cmlibrary.org/locations/Independence-Regional 🗓 Tuesday, October 14th at 6:45 PM When? Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 6:45 to 7:45 PM. Chapter Leaders Who leads the meetings? Stuart Cook & Cameron Joyce Chapter Leaders Get in touch! charlottestutters@gmail.com 843-861-6636 - 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! What are NSA Local Chapters? Local chapters are the heartbeat of the NSA — powerful spaces where you can meet others, share experiences, and feel supported. Whether you’re an adult who stutters or part of a family navigating stuttering together, we have a chapter for you. Learn more about NSA Chapters and find a meeting close to home! Read more about NSA Chapters and plan to attend a meeting near you! What does a local NSA chapter do? Our purpose is to provide information, advocacy and mutual support for people who stutter, their families, and speech-language pathologists (SLPs). Come join us and experience the NSA’s motto in action: If You Stutter, You’re Not Alone®. How can I find a local NSA chapter? You can find a local NSA chapter by using the chapter locator on our website. Simply enter your location to find the nearest chapter and contact details. Visit our Chapter Locator to find a chapter near you. What happens at an NSA meeting? Your Chapter Leader may prepare a topic for the meeting or might open the floor for discussion and see where things go. Some chapters may also host social events outside of the traditional chapter meeting. The magic of the NSA is just being among other people who stutter, building connections, and having fun while doing it! NSA Chapters give people who stutter, their families and SLPs, a chance to connect and have fun-filled experiences together! Who attends an NSA Chapter? People of all ages who stutter, along with their family and friends, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and anyone interested in stuttering, are welcome at our chapters! Do you need to RSVP before joining an NSA chapter meeting? You do not need to RSVP, but it is a good idea to let the Chapter Leader know you’re coming. That helps them welcome you and makes your first visit a little easier. Do you offer virtual chapter meetings? Several NSA chapters now meet virtually, making it easy to join from wherever you are. On our Chapter Locator page, you can filter by meeting type and look specifically for virtual or hybrid chapters. When you find one that fits your needs, simply reach out to the Chapter Leader(s) for details on how to join their next meeting. We’d love to welcome you into the community. Don’t see an answer to your question? Email us at info@westutter.org How do I start a local NSA chapter? If you’re interested in starting a chapter, we’d love to hear from you. The NSA can help you understand what’s involved and what support is available. Please reach out to us at info@westutter.org to get started. How do I start a local NSA chapter? Starting a chapter is a great way to build community close to home. Email us at info@westutter.org and we’ll connect you with the guidance and resources you need to get started. You do not have to do it alone. How can I start a new NSA chapter in my area? Starting a chapter begins with reaching out to the NSA so we can help you get set up. We’ll walk you through the next steps, share helpful materials, and support you as you build a welcoming community for people who stutter and their families. 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 Previous Gina Waggot Presenter Gina Waggott is a writer and former BBC professional with a career spanning broadcasting, journalism, and disability advocacy. She is a person who stutters and is active in several nonprofits serving the global stuttering community and its allies. She is the author of Scatman John: The Remarkable Story of the World's Unlikeliest Popstar. Next

< Back Previous Anabel Augustin Presenter Anabel Augustin is a person who stutters and has been an active member of the National Stuttering Association (NSA) since 2018. She currently serves as Co-Chapter Leader of the NSA Miami Chapter. Since becoming involved with the NSA, she has demonstrated a commitment to advocacy and to cultivating a supportive, empowering community for individuals who stutter. She is deeply dedicated to advancing understanding of stuttering and remains committed to educating others, promoting awareness, and fostering greater acceptance. Next

< Back Sisters Who Stutter Spotlight: Maya Singal – Speaking Freely and Leading Boldly Sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is show up as yourself. For Maya Singal, that step began just a year and a half ago when she joined the NSA. What she was looking for was a space where she could speak openly and without fear—and what she found was a life-changing community. “I wanted to be a part of a community where I felt accepted and where I could truly speak without judgment or shame.” Now a proud member of the Sisters Who Stutter (SWS) Committee, Maya is using her journey to inspire other girls who stutter to speak up, take chances, and celebrate their voices. Whether it’s in the classroom, during Zoom calls, or encouraging others at the Annual Conference, Maya leads with compassion and strength. “I’m proud of being able to present and participate in my classes frequently throughout the school year.” Her advice for new NSA members is filled with encouragement and honesty: ”You’re never alone in anything. There will always be someone who is right beside you along any journey! NSA is so supportive and welcoming, it really will change your view on life.” Get to Know Maya: Ice cream favorite: Cookie Dough Nature choice: Beach Favorite show: Gilmore Girls Karaoke jam: “Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swift Pet: Gryff, her lovable Bernedoodle Fun fact: Loves trying new vegetarian foods Hobby: Golf, for the outdoors and community Dream vacation: New York City Your voice matters just as it is—and with community, kindness, and confidence, you can use it to uplift others, too. Thank you, Maya! Previous Next

< Back Previous DEI Committee Presenter 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. Next