We are pleased to announce Kid's Corner, a space on our site for kids who stutter 12 years of age and under to submit artwork, stories, photos, videos, anything they wish! Our first submission is a comic from Matthew, age 9. Check it out here!
The University of Iowa is conducting a research survey to learning more about the factors that influence wellbeing among adults who stutter. Adults over 18 years of age who stutter are invited to participate in the survey. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. You will be eligible to win a $30 Amazon Gift Card. You can access the survey here.
The Newfoundland and Labrador Stuttering Association Inc. is now a recognized non-profit in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador! Its mission is to provide advocacy and support for people who stutter and it is based in St. John's, NL. Support groups for people who stutter and family of people who stutter are planned, starting on March 21!
The American organization the National Stuttering Association (NSA) has launched a new website featuring webinars, interviews, and other resources aimed at improving the employment prospects of people who stutter. Employers often overlook the true potential of people who stutter because of false stereotypes and misperceptions. Check out the website here.
The Francophone association for people who stutter, Association des Bégues du Canada, is sponsoring a screening on March 8 of the award winning documentary, When I Stutter.