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Stuttering Organizations & Support Communities

These organizations run conferences, local chapters, family programs and online communities. They are among the most reliable places to find people who understand.

Stronger together.

National Stuttering Association (NSA)

Who it's for

Adults, teens, kids and families across the United States

A national membership organization with local chapters, an annual conference and programs for families. For many people it is the first place they meet another person who stutters.

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FRIENDS: The National Association of Young People Who Stutter

Who it's for

Young people who stutter, their parents and clinicians

Runs an annual convention, one-day regional events and virtual groups. Parents take part alongside their children, so whole families build support networks.

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The Stuttering Foundation

Who it's for

Anyone looking for information about stuttering

A long-standing nonprofit providing free and low-cost books, guides, videos and referral information for families, adults and speech-language pathologists.

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SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young

Who it's for

Kids and teens who stutter and their families

Runs Camp SAY, creative arts and confidence programs, and community projects that center young people's own voices.

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Looking to connect online?

Virtual groups, conferences and events are gathered on the Connect page.