Parenthood is one role that many approach with a mix of emotions, from intense excitement to worry, and even fear. For persons who stutter, stuttering brings a unique element into play. There may be fears, amongst many others, about passing on stuttering to a child, being ineffective as a parent, or causing embarrassment for a child at school-related functions. These fears stem from negative bias towards stuttering and the pain caused by lived experiences growing up with a stutter. Join a small panel of speakers who are at different stages of parenting. There will be opportunity for you to share your personal thoughts, anxieties, and experiences - and to receive support as you envision or live your role as a parent who stutters.
- Participants will be provided an opportunity to explore and problem-solve fears and worries they may have related to parenting as a person who stutters.
- Participants will be able to support each other in discussing parenting experiences.
- Participants who are not yet parents will also benefit from hearing about the experiences of other
About the presenters
Amreen Valiulla
I was first introduced to the CSA in 2018 and have never felt alone since then. I look forward to our conferences every year where I get the opportunity to learn more about others with similar struggles and how we navigate through our lives. I work in the world of Human Resources, helping people find jobs on a daily basis. I am also a mother to two beautiful daughters who are my world. I am passionate about helping people who stutter find their path and support them in the best possible manner. If you are looking for support please do not hesitate to reach out.
Arun Khanna
Arun Khanna is a Chartered Professional Accountant who worked over 30 years with the Canada Revenue Agency. He is also a person who stutters and has been a member of the Canadian Stuttering Association since its inception in 1991.
Suhail Ravjani
