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Changing careers can be a transformative experience, offering the chance to explore new opportunities, leverage existing skills, and...

Navigating the workplace as a person who stutters (PWS) can sometimes require additional support to ensure effective communication and...

We are always eager to support members of the NSA on their career journeys. This month, we want to highlight the incredible accomplishment of Hanan Hurwitz , a person who stutters, business owner, former Chairperson of the Israeli Stuttering Association, and now a new author! Hanan published his first book, Stuttering: From Shame and Anxiety to Confident Authenticity . We grabbed a quick interview with Hanan to share deeper insights into his writing process and what he hop

For individuals who stutter, finding a supportive community can make all the difference in their journey toward confidence and effective...

A parent-friendly guide explaining how IEPs support students who stutter, including eligibility, evaluations, accommodations, stutter-affirming goals, school transitions, review timelines, and ways families can collaborate with school teams.

The National Stuttering Association offers free stuttering printables, brochures, scripts, and educational resources to support people who stutter, families, educators, speech-language pathologists, employers, healthcare professionals, and allies. These resources are designed to encourage understanding, self-advocacy, confidence, and respectful communication. They may be downloaded, printed, emailed, or shared digitally for educational and advocacy purposes. All materials use

Learn how speech therapy supports school-age children who stutter. The National Stuttering Association explains goals, strategies, and how families and teachers can create supportive environments for confident communication.

If you or someone you care about is looking for professional support, finding the right speech-language pathologist can make all the...

International Stuttering Awareness Day is right around the corner on October 22nd, and we have several ways to help you raise awareness,...

NSA members participate actively in National Stuttering Awareness Week (NSAW) . This annual event is a time for the NSA to work with...

Stuttering affects the speech of 1 out of every 100 adults. As such, employers are likely to encounter people who stutter in the workforce or among job applicants. However… Stuttering does not need to be a barrier to success on the job! People who stutter can develop excellent communication skills. Many people who stutter have achieved success in a wide variety of jobs and professions. Still, employment discrimination does exist. Stuttering is widely misunderstood. People who

Since 1999, the NSA has honored outstanding research efforts focused on stuttering. Discover award-winning projects and the researchers behind them.

Looking for engaging speech activities for children? DIY Story Cubes offer a creative and playful way to build storytelling and communication skills, perfect for kids who stutter.

Stuttering affects the speech of one out of every 100 adults, making it likely that military personnel will encounter individuals who stutter, whether among new recruits or within the existing workforce. People who stutter possess valuable skills and talents that can greatly contribute to the military. Unfortunately, these abilities are sometimes overlooked due to misconceptions and negative stereotypes surrounding stuttering. Judging an individual solely based on their fluen

It’s that time of year again! New pencils, books, classrooms, friends, and teachers. We have helpful tips and advice on how to make the...

A fun, interactive game that helps kids explore and express emotions non-verbally while building empathy and communication skills through play.

The National Stuttering Association (NSA) is committed to providing support and educational resources about stuttering to pediatricians and family physicians. These medical professionals are in a unique position to provide accurate information to parents of children who stutter, as they are often the first professionals that parents turn to when they notice disfluencies in their child’s speech. With the correct information and a basic understanding of childhood stuttering, pe

Explore stuttering support programs — including summer camps, intensives, retreats, and virtual opportunities for children, teens, and adults who stutter.

Honest insight from a parent who has been through it.