NSA Virtual Parent & Caregiver Chapter

08/29/2025

Big news for the Mid-Atlantic Chapters: Amanda Elias is stepping into the role of Regional Chapter Coordinator!

Amanda has been leading the Monroe, LA Chapter since 2019. She’s an SLP, a university instructor, a lifelong learner (with a PhD to show for it!), and a proud Ally of Stuttering through Spero Stuttering, Inc. Now, she's bringing that same passion and dedication to the Mid-Atlantic Region, where she’ll be supporting chapters in DC, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.

We’re so lucky to have her leadership, insight, and heart guiding this next chapter. Congratulations, Amanda!

08/29/2025

08/29/2025

What’s your favorite part about the Annual Conference?

For Vicki, it’s not the fancy keynotes or the breakout sessions (though those are great). The real magic happens Friday night at the banquet, surrounded by her stamily. With the right people, even a simple dinner feels like coming home.

08/29/2025

Starting college is exciting... but also kind of terrifying. Remember those trusty IEPs back in high school? Yeah, college doesn’t do those.

But don’t sweat it. This script has your back. It’s designed to help you start the semester strong by giving your professors a clear, no-nonsense look at what helps you succeed. No need for complicated paperwork or endless meetings.

Visit westutter.org/post/free-printables-brochures.

08/29/2025

The NSA is hittin’ the road this fall! We’re packing up the stuttering pride and bringing it to three cities for our 1-Day Conference Fall Circuit… aka, a cross-country celebration of connection, community, and being ourselves.

🛣️ Chicago: October 5
🛣️ Michigan: October 18
🛣️ Philly: November 8

Each event is a chance to recharge, meet new faces, and have powerful conversations with peeps who get what it means to live and express ourselves while stuttering.

Where will we see you this fall? Register today at WeStutter.org/Our-Events!

08/27/2025

It’s here! Backpacks are stuffed with shiny new supplies, lunchboxes are packed, and those sharpened pencils are ready for action. Everything is all set… but how’s that confidence level looking?

For kids who stutter, everyday classroom activities like reading aloud, answering roll call, or just saying “hi” in the hallway can feel intimidating… but we’ve got something to help.

Enter: positive affirmation cards and handwriting worksheets! Just like we learn math and reading in school, we can also learn to talk to ourselves with kindness — and that includes how we think about stuttering.

They’re simple, meaningful ways to help your child head into the school year feeling confident and proud of how they speak.

Read the full article and get yours at westutter.org/post/affirmation-cards-for-kids-who-stutter.

08/26/2025

Chicago, the countdown is on! The Chicago 1-Day Conference is landing at RUSH University on Sunday, October 5. And trust us, your future self will thank you for showing up.

This isn’t your average Sunday. It’s your opportunity to lean into everything stuttering: learning, growing, and celebrating alongside people who get it.

✅ Kids, teens, adults, parents, and SLPs: there’s a workshop for everyone.
✅ 0.45 ASHA CEUs up for grabs.
✅ Coffee, snacks, and lunch? Obviously.
✅ Scholarships? 100%. Just ask us.

Clear your Sunday and we’ll see you in the Windy City! Register now at westutter.org/our-events.

08/26/2025

New schedule. New teachers. New chances to show up as yourself.

For middle and high school students who stutter, our new accommodation request templates make it easy to start the school year with understanding and support. They help students share their stutter, explain what works best for them, and set the tone for a classroom where everyone’s voice belongs.

Because we firmly believe the best way to kick off a new school year is feeling confident in your own skin. Visit westutter.org/post/free-printables-brochures to get your template now!

08/26/2025

Passionate about making workplaces better for people who stutter? We’ve got a seat with your name on it.

The WeStutter@Work Committee is where ideas turn into action with career tips that actually help you succeed in your career as a person who stutters, workplace advocacy that makes a difference in how you thrive at work, and a community that’s got your back from your very first job hunt to that big promotion.

We’re looking for voices, perspectives, and energy to help us keep moving the needle for the stuttering community in the workplace. If you’ve got ideas, drive, and a passion for making the workplace more inclusive, we want you on board.

Apply by Friday, August 29, and the Committee will be in touch by early September.

Ready to roll? Apply at westutter.org/we-stutter-work-committee-application.

08/26/2025

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 August is !

At the NSA, we know that families play a powerful role in supporting people who stutter, especially kids and teens learning to embrace their voices.

This month, we’re celebrating the joy, laughter, and connection that happen when families come together to create safe, stutter-friendly spaces.

🧩 Game nights without pressure (yes PLEASE!)
📚 Storytime with no rush to finish the sentence (especially when you're telling a funny one)
👣 Walks, talks, and quiet moments that say, “I’m with you.”

Tell us: What’s your favorite way to have fun as a family that supports or includes someone who stutters? Share your ideas to inspire others!

Looking for support? Our NSA Family Chapters are a great place to connect, learn, and grow together.

08/26/2025

Your town called. It wants a stuttering support group.

Starting an NSA Chapter isn’t some boring checklist; it’s bringing the stuttering community together, swapping stories, laughing until your cheeks hurt, and creating that “finally, someone gets me” feeling. And yes, you can totally be the one to make it happen.

Our step-by-step guide spills exactly how to establish an NSA Chapter, from your first “I’m in” email to hosting a meeting people won’t stop talking about. We’ve got your back every step of the way, so you’re never flying solo.

Ready to make some magic? Step right this way: https://www.westutter.org/post/nsa-chapters-startup-guide